Associate Research Scientist - Bioanalytical LCMS Research and Development

About the role

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies.

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.

Responsibilities

Independently performs a variety of complex sample preparation and analysis procedures to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or biological matrices. Responsible for review and compilation of results and data comparison against SOP acceptance criteria, methodology, protocol, and product specifications.

Coordinates laboratory activities of other team members in conjunction with the lab management. Performs study design and protocol authoring. Leads data evaluation and study close-out. Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior scientists.

• Trains on routine operation, maintenance, and theory of complex analytical instrumentation, SOPs, and regulatory procedures and guidelines.
• Independently performs and gives guidance on a variety of complex sample preparation and analysis procedures.
• Completes all laboratory documentation in clear and accurate language and according to SOP and GLPs.
• Leads troubleshooting for various equipment & instruments.
• Reviews and compiles results from assignments and makes initial determination on acceptability per SOP acceptance criteria.
• Leads more complex investigations and Root Cause Analysis and leads CAPAs.
• Independently manages QC responsibilities.
• Communicates project status to project leader and helps to address gaps and solutions to overcoming roadblocks in project team workflow.
• May act as project leader.
• Coordinates laboratory activities of other team members in conjunction with lab management.
• Performs study design & protocol authoring.
• Leads data evaluation and study close-out.
• Independently completes QA facing tasks.
• Authors and leads more complex quality records.
• Mentors other staff members in applicable areas as needed.

Requirements

• BS and six years of experience OR MS and four years of experience OR PhD and two years of experience.
• Knowledge of relevant scientific principles applicable to role.
• Ability to independently perform root cause analysis for quality records.
• Proficiency on technical operating systems.
• Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Proven ability in technical writing skills.
• Time management and project management skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team.
• Ability to train junior staff.
• Ability to mentor others on technical operating systems.
• Full understanding of laboratory requirements, SOPs, ICH guidelines, USP requirements and regulatory guidance.

Working Conditions and Environment

This is a fully onsite role based at our 8700 Quioccasin Road location in Richmond, VA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate.

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 screening.

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.

Compensation And Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Virginia is $80,000.00–$90,000.00. 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.

• 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.