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Scientist III, Chemistry

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Scientist III, Chemistry

Pleasanton, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do meaningful work, that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join 90,000 colleagues who bring our Mission to life each day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. You’ll find the resources here to achieve your career goals and help 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.

    This Scientist III Chemistry position is available at the Pleasanton site (CA) within Genetic Sciences division unit of Thermo Fisher Scientific's Life Sciences Solutions Group (LSG). We develop manufacturing processes for oligonucleotide and small molecules. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing analytical methods and support manufacturing teams to investigate and troubleshoot manufacturing processes as required. Additional responsibility includes planning and execution of onsite cleaning validation programs aligned with regulatory requirements.

    WHAT WILL YOU DO?

    • Design, plan and execute experiments to evaluate the performance of chromatography and mass spectrometry consumables.
    • Develop analytical methods for identifying and quantifying oligonucleotides and small molecules in a given sample or sample mixture.
    • Build cleaning cycle development strategies for a variety of equipment used for the manufacturing processes.
    • Write validation protocols and reports in support of the site’s cleaning and analytical validation program
    • Perform risk assessment and gap analysis for site cleaning programs.
    • Prepare and review completed and executed validation packages by compiling and analyzing validation data for submittal for review and approval
    • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of validation requirements, practices, and procedures
    • Leads continuous improvement activities related to analytical methods as well as cleaning & changeover optimization
    • Responsible for identifying appropriate cleaning/sanitizing agents; participates in cleaning/sanitizing efficiency studies.

    HOW WILL YOU GET HERE?

    B.Sc degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related-discipline and 2+ years industrial experience. Experience in using LCMS/UHPLC/UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy/fluorescence spectroscopy is required. Preference will be given to candidates with analytical experience in the area of oligonucleotide and small molecule chemistry.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

    • Proven understanding reviewing/writing technical documents, risk assessment reports, validation documents, IOQ protocols and final reports
    • Hands-on experience supporting/executing IQ, OQ (IOQ) equipment qualification related to various cleaning processes and activities
    • Understanding of cGMP regulation and quality management systems for medical devices operations
    • Strong communication and presentation skills, both oral and written
    • Strong interpersonal skills, coupled with attention to detail, excellent review skills and analytical skills
    • Must have strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
    • Capable of multi-tasking and having strong time-management skills to meet a demanding work schedule is required
    • Team player

    At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 90,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

    Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

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  • Industry
    Biotechnology
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    As the world’s leader in serving science, Thermo Fisher Scientific's professionals develop critical solutions—and build rewarding careers. They help customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment, making sure food is safe, and so much more. When you #StartYourStory with Thermo Fisher, you are guaranteed meaningful work - both personally and professionally.