Staff Scientist, Research and Development

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

Location/Division-Specific Information:

Sunnyvale, CA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. 

*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.

Discover Impactful Work:

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.

A Day in the Life:

• 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

Keys to Success:

Education and Experience

• 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.

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!