Staff R&D Scientist, Continuous Manufacturing (Oral Solid Dosage)

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Greenville, NC

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About The Position

Join Us and Make a Difference! At Thermo Fisher Scientific, your work will make a global impact. From protecting the environment to ensuring food safety and supporting life-saving cancer research, we address the world's toughest challenges. We need a committed Staff R&D Scientist to lead and assist in developing, optimizing, and validating innovative manufacturing processes. The main focus will be on Oral Solid Dose (OSD) Continuous Manufacturing. You will conduct experiments, analyze data, support product validations, and ensure smooth technology transfers to meet client and regulatory requirements. Experience applying data science or statistical analysis tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB) to support process development and optimization is highly desirable. Your expertise will be essential in achieving our ambitious goals and making a significant industry impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, pharmacy, or a related field with 4+ years of experience, Master's degree with 2+ years, or Ph.D. with no experience required.
• Proven experience in manufacturing, specifically in product or process development. This includes scale-up and technology transfer for immediate and controlled-release dosage forms.
• In-depth knowledge of GMP, process validation, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or MATLAB.
• Solid understanding of statistical tools and their application in process development.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of continuous manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, scale up, and optimize OSD manufacturing processes, focusing on both continuous and batch operations.
• Design and run experiments using statistical and data science tools to enhance process and product performance.
• Serve as the technical lead in client discussions, providing scientific rationale for process decisions.
• Lead technology transfers from R&D to commercial manufacturing with a focus on robustness and compliance.
• Collaborate with quality, operations, validation, and analytical teams to advance development and commercialization.
• Apply emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards throughout development activities.

Benefits

• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, growth, and leadership.
• Benefits: Competitive pay, healthcare, retirement plans, and more.
• Inclusive Culture: We value different perspectives and cultivate an encouraging environment.
• Purposeful Work: Join a team that's making a tangible difference in the world.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees