Scientist II, Manufacturing Sciences

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Middletown, VA

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About The Position

About Us: Here at Thermo Fisher Scientific, our industry-leading scale means unparalleled commercial reach, unique customer access and a global footprint. Our broad customer base, from research, clinical to commercial production means you can have a broad and significant impact. All while working in an environment where you will be supported, valued and rewarded for your performance. Join our Sales & Marketing team with an unmatched depth of capabilities and help our customers solve some of the world’s toughest challenges. As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. DESCRIPTION: Scientist II will collaborate with various departments to gather information, create user-friendly manufacturing instructions, SOPs and maintain up-to-date documentation that supports the safe and effective manufacture of products. The work of a Scientist II is essential for product quality and user satisfaction. This role is critical to the success of the company through revenue generation via process improvement, manufacturing support and raw material characterization and qualification. This hands-on position requires problem solving, teamwork, excellent communication skills and experience in reagent manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• Advanced Degree with no prior experience preferred, OR Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in GMP manufacturing, process development, or related technical role
• Strong understanding of cGMP requirements, regulatory compliance, and quality systems
• Experience with process validation, technology transfer, and scale-up activities
• Proficiency in aseptic techniques and cleanroom operations
• Strong project management and documentation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant manufacturing/quality systems
• Experience with risk assessment and root cause analysis
• Ability to train and support team members
• May require occasional weekend/off-hours support
• Must be able to wear required PPE and work in controlled environments
• Physical requirements include ability to lift up to 35 lbs and stand for extended periods

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or related scientific field
• Preferred 3 years' experience in manufacturing within ISO 13485 environment. Prefer medical device industry and working on complex manufacturing processes.
• Additional language skills beneficial

Benefits

• We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits.
• Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects.
• We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees