Sr Scientist - Bioanalytical - HPLC/LCMS

As the world leader in serving science, our work is more than something that fills our days – what we do has great purpose. Our industry-leading scale means unparalleled commercial reach, unique customer access and a global footprint. Our broad customer base, from research to clinical to commercial production means you can have a broad and meaningful impact here at Thermo Fisher Scientific. All while working in an environment where you will be supported, valued and rewarded for your performance.

Sr Scientist - Bioanalytical - HPLC/LCMS

The PPD clinical research business of Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Scientist II for our Middleton, Wisconsin Bioanalytical team. This is a first shift Monday to Friday position with flexible start and stop times conducting assay validation and sample analysis on biological matrices (blood, urine, plasma) for pharmaceutical products in development.  This position offers the opportunity to use high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LCMS) and other advanced lab techniques in our state-of-the-art laboratory.

PPD offers continued career advancement, competitive benefits, including 15 PTO days annually increasing with service, three floating holidays and seven holidays, medical, dental and a dollar-for-dollar 401k match up to the first six percent of your contribution after one year of service and much more!  To be considered for this exciting opportunity, apply today!  

Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.

Discover Impactful Work:

As a Sr Scientist, you will perform complex laboratory analysis of pharmaceutical products and proficiently use analytical instrumentation. Routinely act as the project leader on multiple projects, interacts with clients, reviews and evaluates data, writes reports and protocols. Responsible for the scientific conduct of the project and communication of regulatory issues with senior level team members.

A day in the Life:

• Independently performs method validations, method transfers and analytical testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or delivery systems. Understands and conforms to methods and protocols applicable to assigned tasks. Designs and drives experiments with minimal supervision.
• Prepares study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documents.
• Communicates data and technical issues to the client and responds to client needs and questions.
• Mentors, trains and coordinates laboratory activities of other team members and assists in troubleshooting instrument and analytical problems.
• Assists with quality systems and new equipment.
• Assists in designing method validation or method transfer protocols and establish project timelines.
• Reviews, interprets, and analyzes data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods, SOPs, client criteria and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Performs self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements prior to submission to QA and issuance to customers.

Keys to Success:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree (life sciences preferred) or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

Experience:

• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years).
• Or MD degree + 3 years of experience
• Or a PhD
• In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Solid understanding and knowledge of general chemistry and separation science
• Full understanding of laboratory requirements, PPD & client SOPs, ICH guidelines, USP requirements and FDA guidance
• Ability to apply Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasks
• Proficiency on technical operating systems
• Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability in technical writing skills
• Time management and project management skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team
• Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to train junior staff

Work Environment:

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
• Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
• Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
• Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
• May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

Work Schedule

• Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

• Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)