Scientist II - R&D Manufacturing - Days

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll contribute to work that helps customers make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. The company supports colleagues’ career growth and uses science to address important challenges around the world.

Site Overview

With the support of more than 800 employees, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Oral Solid Dose (OSD) site in Cincinnati provides drug development and commercial manufacturing services. The site specializes in advanced dosage forms, including controlled- and sustained-release products, osmotic release dosage forms using laser drilling, liquid-filled hard capsules, controlled substances, and abuse-deterrent technologies.

Role Summary

As an R&D/Manufacturing Scientist II, you will perform complex analytical testing and contribute to analytical method validation in support of pharmaceutical development and manufacturing. You will also help coordinate daily laboratory activities, support investigations, and mentor junior scientists.

What You’ll Do

- Perform complex chemical and physical testing of pharmaceutical raw materials, finished products, and stability samples using internally developed and compendial methods.
- Participate in validation of methods for strength, impurities, identity, dissolution, and other quality attributes using HPLC, GC, spectroscopy, or quantitative analysis, as applicable.
- Verify and process analytical data.
- Maintain and troubleshoot analytical instruments as needed.
- Assist the supervisor with planning and scheduling, investigations, and representing the team in meetings.
- Mentor junior scientists as needed.
- Document and communicate testing and results accurately in accordance with laboratory procedures and systems.
- Maintain organized work areas, instruments, and testing materials.
- Follow applicable SOP, GMP, GLP, and safety requirements.

How will you get here?

*Must be Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

*Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check to include drug screening.

*Relocation assistance is not provided.

Education

- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Chemistry. An advanced degree is preferred.

*Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Experience

- Three years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, analytical development, or quality control is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

- Advanced knowledge of chemistry, analytical instrumentation, and qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis.
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical quality and regulatory requirements, including GMP.
- Advanced proficiency with HPLC, GC, LC/MS, and dissolution techniques, including method development and validation.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, leadership, presentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to interpret technical procedures and regulations and to write SOPs or policy manuals.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, perform laboratory tasks requiring manual dexterity, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in cleanroom environments while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Flexibility to work shifts, including nights, weekends, or holidays, as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not a comprehensive list of all the duties and responsibilities associated with it.

Competitive wages & Excellent benefits package

- Review our company’s Total Rewards (https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards)
- Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 401K Company Match up to 6%(after 1 year)
- Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Employee Discount Program
- Recognition Program
- Charitable Gift Matching
- Company Paid Parental Leave
- We will provide the vital equipment for your role including: computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc.
- We also provide any Personal Protective Equipment you may need including: lab coats, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc.

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