Associate Scientist – Buffer / Media Preparation jobs in United States
cer-icon
Apply on Employer Site
company-logo

Thermo Fisher Scientific · 2 weeks ago

Associate Scientist – Buffer / Media Preparation

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a leading global contract research organization dedicated to enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. The Associate Scientist in Buffer/Media Preparation will perform routine and non-routine testing, manage consumable forecasting, and enhance laboratory workflows to support project demands.

BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
badNo H1Bnote

Responsibilities

Independently performs routine and non-routine testing
Performs laboratory scale activities to support PDS&T, Pilot Lab Process Development
These activities range from media/buffer preparation to direct project support under the supervision of relevant subject matter experts
Successfully manages time to execute activities within project demands
Manages consumable and raw material forecasting and stocking in a high-volume laboratory setting
Recognizes and resolves moderate challenges in the lab space with their routine workflows
Actively enhances and recommends new workflows based on the evolving needs of the Pilot Lab and PDS&T teams

Qualification

Laboratory techniquesBuffer preparationMedia preparationBiologics cell cultureProcess improvementWriting proceduresData interpretationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Material Science, Immunology, Biology, Molecular Biology or similar
Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0-2 years')
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
Performs tasks as written to support buffer or media preparation with minimal error
Understands laboratory techniques and principles performed; including project support with a potential for weekend work as needed
Interprets in-process data for conformance with media/buffer specifications and recipes
Understands, implements, and maintains robust laboratory records, procedures, and systems in accordance with departmental requirements
Assists with writing and maintaining relevant job aids
Can effectively perform a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on with minimal error and guidance
Make recommendations for process improvement
Writes/revises procedures as necessary and provides support for department
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
Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities

Preferred

Experience with biologics cell culture operations and use of aseptic biosafety cabinet use a bonus

Benefits

Annual incentive plan bonus
Healthcare
A range of employee benefits

Company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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

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

leader-logo
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
linkedin
leader-logo
Daniella Cramp
Senior Vice President and President, Bioproduction Group
linkedin
Company data provided by crunchbase