Staff Scientist, Research and Development

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Sunnyvale, CA

6d•$123,800 - $148,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., we are seeking a highly motivated individual with strong work behaviors to join our team as a Staff Scientist in Ion Chromatography and Sample Preparation Research and Development department. As a Staff Scientist, you will have a crucial role in developing innovative ion chromatography columns and sample preparation products. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class organization dedicated to making real-world impact in areas such as finding cancer cures, protecting the environment, and ensuring food safety.

Requirements

Master’s degree and 4+ years of relevant industry experience required or a PhD degree and 2+ years.
PhD or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or equivalent science discipline.
Proficiency in polymer synthesis and hands-on experience using characterization tools such as particle size analysis, surface area measurements, and other related techniques.
Knowledge of liquid chromatography principles and separation materials.
Well-versed in analytical chemistry principles and analytical techniques.
High level of technology fluency to understand and properly communicate the technology associated with assigned products.
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Excellent organization and planning skills.
Ability to make independent decisions.
Ability to accurately plan, define, and manage project tasks.
Strong ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a dynamic and fast-paced setting.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.

Responsibilities

Conduct exploratory R&D activities for chromatography columns and sample preparation consumables
Generate, investigate, and explore new ideas and concepts by defining experiments, building, debugging, and characterizing prototypes
Lead new product development efforts, including prototype design and development, functional testing, characterization, and manufacturability assessments
Provide technical guidance and expertise to product development teams, strategically and tactically guiding R&D activities to develop highly differentiated ion chromatography separation media, columns, and sample preparation products
Serve as a technical resource to management and cross-functional teams in the areas of ion-exchange chromatography consumables, resin synthesis, modification, and characterization
Collaborate with product management and operations representatives to provide technical support for ion chromatography columns and sample preparation consumables
Deliver new product design and application messaging internally, at conferences, and during interactions with customers through accomplished presentations
Contribute to the scientific community by writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, invention disclosures, and possible patent applications

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