Scientist III Full-time

Job Title

At Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover impactful work, innovative thinking and a culture dedicated to working the right way, for the right reasons – with the customer always top of mind. The work we do matters, like helping customers find cures for cancer, protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe and delivering solutions for our customers. As the world leader in serving science, with the largest investment in R&D in the industry, our colleagues are empowered to realize their full potential as part of a fast-growing, global organization that values passion and unique contributions. Our commitment to our colleagues across the globe is to provide the resources and opportunities they need to make a difference in our world while building a fulfilling career with us.

Your Impact

To lead, or contribute to projects for sourcing/insourcing/outsourcing changes of processes, raw materials and/or finished goods for the Chemical & Biological commodity. This includes collaborating with multiple Thermo Fisher groups, along with senior management and our external vendors to affect and/or implement change. Furthermore, encouraging technical relationships, and handle conflicts with confidence and integrity. Effectively shift priorities and work at a rapid pace is required. Excellent interpersonal skills, including writing, articulating, listening, and questioning skills required. Ability to verbally communicate technical strategies and then translate those strategies into an accurate concise written document is important for success!

Education

• High School Diploma/GED is a minimum required with 15+ years applicable experience.
• Or a degree in science or engineering field with applicable experience.
• Bachelor's + 5-10 years' experience
• Master's degree + 2-3 years' experience
• PhD in science + 1-2 years' experience
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Continuous improvement experience (lean, PPI, Six Sigma, 5S) a plus.
• Project Management and/or PMP certification a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge/Experience in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or related relevant subject area.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule remotely, or inside a laboratory, or manufacturing environment; capable of managing schedule based on needs.
• Capable of leading or supporting to cross-functional project teams.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) –communicate across all levels internally and externally
• Excellent problem-solving skills involving science and engineering.
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task; capable of accomplishing work remotely.
• Flexibility and understanding of business impact to address immediate priorities and meet deadlines with longer-term projects and initiatives.
• Knowledge of established Quality Systems, ISO regulations and/or cGMP.
• Thrives in a dynamic work environment; has 'can-do' attitude.
• Attention to detail and exudes ability to be customer focused.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, documentation, testing, and quality requirements for materials and finished goods manufactured for and/or by Thermo Fisher.
• Ability to travel domestically/internationally approximately <20% of the time.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.