Scientist I, Analytical Chemistry

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to 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.

DESCRIPTION:
Join our team as a Scientist I, Chemistry at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute to global health, environmental protection, and scientific advancement. In this role, you'll conduct chemical analyses on various sample types supporting workflows associated with cell culture processes, including cell culture medium and reagents. You'll prepare equipment prior to analyzing samples and prepare samples for analysis and participate in process improvement initiatives. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance with regulatory requirements while contributing to solutions that help our customers make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's Degree required, no prior experience required
• Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific field
• Strong analytical and technical skills with demonstrated proficiency in laboratory procedures and instrumentation
• Experience with HPLC and other analytical equipment preferred
• Proven ability to follow SOPs, GLP guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail in maintaining laboratory records
• Strong mathematical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and laboratory information systems
• Experience handling hazardous chemicals and biological materials following safety protocols
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management and organizational abilities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Openness to learning new techniques and adapting to changing priorities
• Manual dexterity and ability to perform precise laboratory techniques
• Ability to work standard business hours with occasional flexibility as needed

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in New York is $53,300.00–$70,000.00.

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. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• 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

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