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Thermo Fisher Scientific · 2 days ago

Senior Scientist - Stem Cell

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $110K/yr

4+ years exp

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a leading global contract research organization dedicated to enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. The Senior Scientist - Stem Cell will be responsible for conducting experiments related to stem cell research, ensuring high levels of accuracy and reliability in their work, and effectively communicating results within the team.

BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine

No H1B

Responsibilities

Culture recombinant, primary human progenitors, stem cells and/or 2D/3D organoids

Aseptic Technique is a must have

Completes experiments in a reliable, consistent manner

Demonstrates high level of attention to details

Performs initial analysis of experimental data and interprets immediate experimental outcomes

Records experiments and results in laboratory notebooks (including all electronic systems) in accordance with lab procedures

Recognizes problems and suggests experiments to troubleshoot issues

Execute on new ideas to improve workflows, consistency and efficiency of the cell culture processes

Clearly and effectively communicates (both written and verbal) results

Leverages technical experience to help prioritize studies, based on Project impact

Performs basic statistical analysis of experimental data, where appropriate

Conducts own experimental troubleshooting on routine problems

Assists with publication and patent submission processes

Surveys relevant scientiﬁc literature to maintain awareness of issues and trends within the ﬁeld

Present studies effectively at internal Group/Department or Project Team research meetings

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Aseptic TechniqueAdvanced cell culture techniquesExperimental data analysisHuman stem cell modelsProblem solvingMultitaskingAttention to detailEffective communicationTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Material Science, Immunology, Biology, Molecular Biology or similar

Sr. Scientist: Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 4+ years')

OR Masters degree and previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years')

OR PhD

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

Proven technical proficiency and demonstrated skill in conducting and interpreting experiments including the development of human stem cell models and assays to evaluate targets and lead molecules for diseases

Aseptic Technique is a must have

Experience with advanced cell culture techniques to culture human cells

Uses technical knowledge to design and execute follow-up experiments

Demonstrated understanding of analysis and interpretation of experimental data with proficient problem solving and protocol refinement

Ability and willingness to work rotating weekend shifts according to business needs

Adaptive to a time-line driven work environment

Multitasking skills, attention to details and ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Great interpersonal/teamwork skills and positive attitude

Often deployed to investigations with more significant consequences and need for reliability

Effective communicator (written and verbal), especially within their technical area(s)

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

Benefits

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