Scientist III, Cell Biology Full-time

Process Development Scientist (Immunology/Process Engineer/Biotechnology)

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific for exciting work in a team that values performance and innovation.

Position Summary: Are you passionate about making a difference within the Life Science segment? If so, take your place on our strong team!

Our customers are world leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies and academic/hospital clinical centers which have chosen us as their partner. We supply our customers with key technologies and tools for use in cell therapy applications, especially within CAR-T therapy. Today these activities are supported by a committed and innovative R&D team of experienced scientists. To further strengthen our capabilities, we are seeking a motivated and engaged Process Development Scientist (Immunology/Process Engineer/Biotechnology). We guarantee an exciting position in an international environment with great opportunities for professional and personal growth.

What are you doing to do?

• Develop tools and methods for manufacturing cells for clinical applications in the field of cell therapy in closed systems suitable for GMP environments.
• Design experimental plans, lead the execution of experimental work in the laboratory employing Design of Experiments.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical problems in the execution/design of a project
• Analyze data and present results to peers, internal and external collaborators.
• Write procedures, protocols, and reports.
• Lead research projects with support from junior scientists.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams.
• Maintain and take responsibility for instruments (maintenance and contact person).

How do you get there?

• Masters in Immunology, Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology, or a Bachelors degree with a minimum of 4 years work experience, or a PhD with 0-2 years experience in the previously mentioned fields.
• Immune cell culturing (primary cells and cell lines), multicolor flow staining and analysis, process development, GMP manufacturing.
• Preferred experience in process development in the Biotechnology/Pharmaceutical industry or pre-clinical/clinical research hospital laboratories.
• Organized and skilled at maintaining accurate laboratory records.

Knowledge, skills, & abilities:

• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Enjoy working in a high-paced environment with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills in English.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range estimated for this position based in New York is $83,300.00–$116,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount