Job Description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

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

Position Summary:

Leads product development projects and the evaluation of new technology for protein preparation.

• Participates in the design and execution of research and development projects for protein sample prep including cell lysis, protein purification, protein clean-up, and protein analysis.

• Serves as Technical Leader on R&D project teams to develop reagents, assays, and kits that support complex biology including membrane protein research and structural studies.

• Collaborates with biologists and chemists to develop novel tools to purify recombinant and endogenous proteins from cells and tissue.

• Develops & maintains in-depth knowledge of protein purification tools and strategies, membrane protein solubilization techniques, and protein interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designs and performs laboratory experiments independently

• Leads the technical aspects of product development

• Gives effective scientific presentations

• Reads scientific literature and attends conferences to remain current in relevant fields and techniques

• Collaborates with technical and commercial partners

• Writes technical methods for production, testing and use of new products

• Attends scientific conferences and presents work through posters and publications

• Begins to contribute ideas for new products and improvements to procedures

• Presents proposals and project updates to the PCP Steering committee

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Experience in protein expression and purification, cell lysis and other sample preparation techniques. Knowledge and experience with isolating proteins from tissue and other complex samples is highly preferred

• Solves problems through the application and integration of analytical skills, creativity and judgment

• Works on problems of moderate scope; exercises judgment and identifies next steps

• Works and collaborates effectively in team settings

• Builds productive internal/external relationships; actively represents area in inter-departmental projects

• Presents technical data and project summaries in project team and departmental settings

• Adapts communication to accommodate audience diversity

• Impacts team efficiency through the quality, accuracy, and thoroughness of own work and commitment to project schedules

• Follows recent developments in the protein biochemistry field and builds awareness of market trends and competitors

• Begins to offer ideas for products and product improvements

• BS degree and 2+years of experiences or MS degree

This position has not been approved for Relocation Assistance.

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.

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