Scientist III, Molecular Biology

Thermo Fisher Scientific•West Sacramento, CA

3d•$91,700 - $122,250•Onsite

About The Position

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. Location/Division-Specific Information: West Sacramento, CA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen. Discover Impactful Work: Join our R&D team and help advance groundbreaking molecular biology technologies that impact global health. As a Scientist III, you'll lead innovative projects developing next-generation sequencing applications, diagnostic assays, and molecular testing solutions. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex scientific challenges. We empower our scientists with resources and autonomy to drive meaningful discoveries from concept through commercialization. Your expertise will contribute directly to products that enable breakthrough research in cancer treatment, environmental protection, and forensic science.

Requirements

Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience preferred, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA handling, PCR, qPCR, and nucleic acid quantification
Proven expertise in next-generation sequencing technologies, library preparation, and workflow optimization, assay validation.
Experience working in regulated environments (ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820)
Strong understanding of experimental design, data analysis, and statistical methods
Experience with automated liquid handling systems and laboratory automation
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
Strong documentation skills including detailed lab notebooks and technical reports
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities for presenting to diverse audiences
Experience in project leadership and cross-functional collaboration
Experience mentoring scientists and coordinating team activities
Ability to work in BSL2 laboratory environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Collaborative mindset with ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Preferred Fields of Study: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related life sciences field
Experience in a CAP/CLIA environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead innovative projects developing next-generation sequencing applications, diagnostic assays, and molecular testing solutions.
Work with cutting-edge technologies while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex scientific challenges.
Drive meaningful discoveries from concept through commercialization.
Present to diverse audiences.
Lead projects and coordinate team activities.
Work in a BSL2 laboratory environment.

Benefits

competitive remuneration
annual incentive plan bonus
healthcare
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
short- and long-term disability
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