Scientist III, R&D - Chromatography Consumables Development and Processes

ThermoFisher Scientific; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

PTO 120+ hrs

Holidays

Parental leave

401(k) plan

ESPP

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific, based in Sunnyvale, CA, is seeking a Scientist III to lead chromatography consumables development from concept to commercialization. You will design experiments, analyze data, mentor colleagues, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality products.

The role emphasizes LC column development, process design, and customer-facing impact, with travel up to 5% and a strong focus on safety and compliance within a GMP-like environment.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s plus 3 years’ experience, or Bachelor’s plus 5 years’ experience in a relevant field.
• Preferred fields of study include Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials Science, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to iteratively design and execute experiments and analyze data to solve problems.
• Experience in a regulated environment (e.g., ISO9001, ISO13485, cGMP) a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new liquid chromatography products from concept through commercialization.
• Evaluate prototype media and columns against final product requirements defined by customer and business needs.
• Use chemical and process engineering principles to design and develop manufacturing processes for chromatographic stationary phases.
• Develop and evaluate LC column packing and manufacturing processes.
• Design and develop in-process and final product test methods to measure and ensure high quality outcomes.
• Create customer facing collateral to demonstrate recent technology innovations with MS applications.
• Collaborate with R&D colleagues and SMEs to design and develop products.
• Coordinate with Product Management, Marketing, Quality, Operations to meet deliverables.
• Proactively identify, investigate, and implement improvements to current processes and products.
• Directly support customers through product and method troubleshooting with Technical Support and Quality teams.
• Stay up to date on industry technologies including competitor products.
• Maintain current lab equipment and advise on capital acquisitions.

Skills

Experiment design

Data analysis

Mentoring

Project planning

Education

PhD, Master’s +3 years

Bachelor’s +5 years

Fields of study: Chemistry/Biochemistry/MEMS/Bioengineering

Tools

Liquid chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

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

This is a fully onsite position based at our Sunnyvale, CA site. Unfortunately, relocation assistance is NOT provided. Priority will be given to LOCAL candidates currently residing in the Bay Area.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.

DESCRIPTION

Join our innovative R&D team to make a meaningful impact on scientific advancement. As a Scientist III in the HPCS (High Performance Chromatography Solutions) business, you will lead technical projects and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to develop advanced chromatography consumables that enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. This role covers chromatography column development from concept through commercialization with a specific focus on the processes used to make these products. You will design and execute experiments, analyze complex data, resolve technical challenges, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers opportunities to mentor colleagues while working independently on sophisticated research programs that directly impact product development and customer success.

Education

• PhD, Master’s degree plus 3 years’ experience, or Bachelors plus 5 years’ experience in a relevant field
• Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials Science, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering or related discipline

Experience

• Demonstrated ability to iteratively design and execute experiments and analyze data to gain technical understanding and solve complex problems.
• Short and long-term work planning necessary to complete projects and meet deliverables
• Using scientific theory and literature to intelligently design experiments for product design and evaluation
• Previous experience liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry a plus but not required
• Experience in a regulated environment (e.g., ISO9001, ISO13485, cGMP) a plus but not required

Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop new liquid chromatography products from concept through commercialization based on customer and business requirements
• Evaluate prototype media and columns against final product requirements defined by customer and business needs
• Use chemical and process engineering principles to design and develop manufacturing processes for chromatographic stationary phases
• Develop and evaluate LC column packing and manufacturing processes
• Design and develop in-process and final product test methods to measure and ensure high quality outcomes
• Create customer facing collateral to demonstrate recent technology innovations with relevant customer applications including mass spectrometry
• Collaborate with R&D colleagues and technology Subject Matter Experts to comprehensively design and develop products
• Coordinate across Business Unit functions (Product Management, Marketing, Quality, Operations, etc.) to meet project and product deliverables
• Proactively identify, investigate, and implement improvements to current processes and products
• Directly support customers through product and method troubleshooting in collaboration with the Technical Support and Quality teams
• Stay up to date on current industry technologies including competitor products
• Maintain current lab equipment and make recommendations to management for capital acquisitions
• Clear and frequent communication of project plans and experimental findings to managers, peers, and other functions to provide visibility and appropriately prioritize work
• Contribute to company IP through patents, invention disclosure and trade secret technologies
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
• May require up to 5% travel
• English language proficiency required, additional languages beneficial

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $100,000.00–$133,300.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• 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, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
• 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

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.