Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a Scientist I who is highly motivated and ambitious to join our outstanding research team in Maryland. As a world-class leader in scientific research and innovation, Thermo Fisher Scientific provides an unparalleled environment for individuals who demonstrate strong work behaviors and an aim to make a significant impact.

Location:

This is on onsite position in Hunt Valley, Maryland. Residency within the area is required no relocation assistance will be provided.

Responsibilities:

Complete experiments, analyze data, generate laboratory protocols, and contribute to technical reports and product summaries
Support critical laboratory functions including cell banking, R&D stability testing, stock solution and media preparation, and chemical inventory
Support process scale-up and high-throughput workflows within the R&D laboratories
Maintain accurate lab documentation to support protection of intellectual property in accordance with relevant Thermo Fisher required standards
Perform routine calibration and maintenance of lab equipment
Perform duties independently with guidance from manager and senior scientists
Follow all company safety, training, and quality regulations and procedures
May be required to perform other related duties as needed and/or assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry or other related field. Equivalent experience will also be considered.
1+ year of cell culture experience with cell lines used in protein or viral production applications (e.g. CHO, HEK293, NS0, Vero, BHK)
Familiar with methods and techniques of small-scale mammalian or microbial cell culture
Familiar with basic lab methods and instrumentation, including pH meters and bench-top scales
Demonstrated competence in data analysis
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate scientific results in a clear, concise, & accurate manner
Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to efficiently evaluate and manage multiple project tasks

If you are passionate about accelerating scientific research, driving innovation, and making a difference in the world, this is the opportunity for you. Join our diverse and inclusive team at Thermo Fisher Scientific and be part of our mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require accessibility assistance or an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact us at 1-855-471-2255 or email us at accessibility@thermofisher.com.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $59,000.00–$78,000.00.

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

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Scientist I, Cell Biology (Hunt Valley, MD)