Scientist 2

Fujifilm • Research Triangle Park, NC

3d • 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

• Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline with 3+ years of relevant experience, OR Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline with 7+ years of relevant experience, OR Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Hands-on experience with Proteomics or Peptide Map mass spectrometry-based protein characterization.
• Experience with analytical method development, qualification, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of protein chemistry and characterization strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex datasets and draw scientifically sound conclusions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in U/HPLC (SEC, RP, IEX), CE-SDS, icIEF are a plus, but training can be performed on site.
• Experience with Protein Metrics software.
• Experience with Waters CONNECT software.
• Experience with characterization of monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, ADC or AOC.
• Scientific curiosity and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Effective collaboration and communication across multidisciplinary teams.
• A desire to continuously learn and expand technical expertise.
• Ability to take ownership of projects and deliver high-quality results with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Monitors ongoing experiments.
• Identifies or resolves complex technical project issues.
• Provides technical leadership within the group.
• Takes a more active role in non-routine process development activities.
• May act as a technical lead for the analytical component of client programs.
• Performs approximately 20% Mass Spectrometry / Peptide Mapping / Proteomics.
• Performs approximately 80% Product Quality & Physicochemical Characterization.
• Conducts U/HPLC (SEC, RP, IEX), CE-SDS, icIEF.
• Performs method transfer, establishment, qualification, and validation.
• Will start as an individual contributor, but can transition into a project lead.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage with the option of a Health Savings Account with company contributions.
• Industry leading 401(k) savings plan.
• Insurance coverage.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Various wellness incentives.
• Paid vacation time.
• Sick time.
• Company holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level