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Thermo Fisher Scientific · 1 day ago

Sci III - Upstream Process Development

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with a focus on supporting customers in delivering lifesaving therapies. The Scientist III will be responsible for hands-on bench work in process development, supporting technical transfer activities, and leading projects with minimal direction.

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Responsibilities

Participate in the design, planning and execution of tech transfer, process development and scale up activities (both bench and pilot scale) and preparing summary reports/presentations
Prepare and modify documents (development plans, batch records, SOPs, protocols, summary reports), including deviation and/or investigational reports
Serve as project lead on multiple programs with minimal direction. Lead project timelines and tasks
Technically review data, collaborate with customers on data and experimental design, prepare documents and experiments, participate in investigations
Serve as an expert in process development and train junior scientists

Qualification

Gene therapy expertiseProcess developmentAseptic techniqueData analysisTechnical writingQuality by design (QbD)Collaboration skillsTime management

Required

Degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, (bio)chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related field
B.S with 5+ years' experience in a process development/manufacturing environment, Master's with 2+ years of experience or Ph.D
Expertise in gene therapy product and/or process development is required
Hands-on experience in aseptic technique, cell culture, stirred tank bioreactor, wave reactors and harvest/clarification operations
Experience in technical writing, GDP compliance, and data compilation/analyses
Strong digital literacy as well as ability to collect, analyze, interpret and summarize sophisticated scientific data
Strong written and verbal communications skills; ability to interpret, summarize, and present scientific results in a clear, concise, accurate manner
Must be a self-starter, have excellent time management, planning and organization skills
Good knowledge of quality by design (QbD) and regulatory needs in the pharmaceutical industry
A flexible work schedule may be required, including weekends and evenings as needed to complete client work

Preferred

Knowledge of lentivirus development is strongly preferred

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

Company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.

H1B Sponsorship

Thermo Fisher Scientific has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (272)
2024 (224)
2023 (233)
2022 (342)
2021 (315)
2020 (227)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$15.97B
Key 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

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Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Daniella Cramp
Senior Vice President and President, Bioproduction Group
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