Thermo Fisher Scientific · 1 day ago
Cryo-FIB Application Scientist
Tennessee, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThermo Fisher Scientific is a leading organization that enables customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. The Cryo-FIB Application Scientist will develop pioneering methods for cryoFIB milling and coordinate applications development in a world-class cryo-imaging lab, ultimately contributing to new product development and customer scientific endeavors.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Develop and evaluate FIB milling and volume imaging strategies with plasma FIB on cells and tissues
Work with collaborators for training users (on site and remotely) and develop and implement proof of concept experiments with challenging samples
Support R&D, product development, marketing, and sales by lending applications expertise
Communicate new applications results at scientific workshops, conferences and contribute to scientific publications
Serve as an expert for cryoEM sample preparation with plasma FIB instruments
Provide feedback to engineering and software development teams on system performance, new design features, new hardware qualification and advanced use-case problems for milling and cryoET data collection
Provide marketing and sales materials to the Product Marketing team for integration into training programs
Make significant contribution to defining the framework and future direction of cryoTEM products
Qualification
Required
An advanced degree (e.g. PhD, MSc) in the fields of Physics, Biophysics and related or equivalent fields
Demonstrated in-depth experience in TEM sample preparation with plasma FIB milling as well as a deep understanding of FIB technology
Knowledge of soft matter samples, with cryogenic conditions and biological specimen is a plus
Having prior experience with TEM instruments is advantageous
Experience in interacting with new users as well as highly technical customers and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences
Demonstrated ability to systematically develop new and improve methods, protocols, troubleshooting techniques and operational optimization
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a diverse audience
Ability to independently identify, define and implement solutions and to own and lead projects
Ability to impart application specific knowledge to new users and internal partners
Thrives in a dynamic team and enjoys being exposed to a constant variety of complex issues that need to be resolved
Willing and able to travel domestically and occasionally internationally up to 25%
Preferred
A background or experience with biological questions and samples is desirable but not a requirement for the role
Benefits
Healthcare
Company pension
Annual incentive plan bonus scheme
A range of employee benefits
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
Founded in 1956
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B
Leadership Team
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Daniella Cramp
Senior Vice President and President, Bioproduction Group
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