Scientist 2

Fujifilm • Research Triangle Park, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The successful Scientist II monitors ongoing experiments, identifies or resolves complex technical project issues, and provides technical leadership within the group. The individual takes a more active role in non-routine process development activities and may act as a technical lead for the analytical component of client programs. At FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, we’re leading the charge in advancing tomorrow’s medicines. If you want to be a part of life-impacting projects alongside today’s most innovative biopharmaceutical companies, FUJIFILM Biotechnologies could be the right place for you. From our Bioprocess Innovation Center to our cGMP-compliant manufacturing site, we thrive on collaboration, creativity, and purpose. Whether your expertise lies in research, manufacturing, or production, you’ll find a home here where your efforts directly improve patients’ lives. Together, let’s shape the future of healthcare. Situated at the cross-section of Morrisville and Research Triangle Park (RTP), North Carolina, our site is at the heart of a booming biotech hub surrounded by top universities, vibrant communities, and various outdoor opportunities. Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.”

Requirements

• M.S. and 3+ years of experience, or a B.S. and 7+ years of experience and is an entry level position for a PhD degree in an analytical laboratory.
• Design, execution, and interpretation of complex laboratory experiments with broad priorities set by the supervisor.
• Application of statistical concepts and performs higher-level analyses involving analytical or process experimental design.
• Application of advanced scientific knowledge associated with larger and more complex experiments and projects.
• Interpretation and judgment of the quality of experimental outcomes and data to effectively draw conclusions and make recommendations regarding project execution.
• Ability to complete technical assignments by designing, executing, and interpreting complex experiments.
• Advanced knowledge of chemistry and/or biochemistry and associated lab techniques (e.g. UPLC, HPLC, CE, icIEF).
• Ability to complete technical assignments by designing, executing, and interpreting complex experiments.
• Defining and implementing strategies, initiatives, and actions to improve processes and procedures to ensure compliance with internal and industry standards
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to influence and collaborate in a team environment.
• Ability to monitor ongoing experiments and suggest alternatives or solutions.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other associated software used in the scientific field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in protein mass spec or Tecan preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts, evaluates, interprets and reports complex laboratory experiments
• Identification and resolution of technical project issues.
• Develops and reviews new analytical methods or PD plans.
• Independently applies scientific and/or cross-functional knowledge to achieve project goals.
• Ensures completeness and technical quality of work to ensure the integrity of research.
• Ensures safety procedures and cultural norms are followed.
• Familiar with new practices and procedures in relevant literatures and is skilled in finding such procedures/ practices.
• Application of scientific knowledge to the design, conduct, and implementation of studies and projects
• Ability to provide solutions to problems of high complexity.
• Creates plans to resolve project-related issues.
• Implementation of new technologies within the area
• Contribute strong technical advice to team problem-solving.
• Makes decisions on technical information generated under guidance of direct supervisor.
• Leading the decision-making process during project execution
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage with the option of a Health Savings Account with company contributions.
• an industry leading 401(k) savings plan
• insurance coverage
• employee assistance programs
• various wellness incentives
• paid vacation time, sick time, and company holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree