Scientist I, Formulation

Bill: BR/hr Pay: BR/hr When you join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll be part of a smart, driven team that shares your passion for exploration and discovery. With revenues of more than BR billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world. Location/Division Specific Information Carlsbad- Biosciences Division (BID) How will you make an impact? You will work in a team-based environment to perform all tasks related to the production and qualification of purified kinases for use in research and commercial products for use in the life sciences industry. What will you do? The successful candidate demonstrates a sense of urgency, contagious optimism and a "can do" attitude. They lead by example and hold themselves and others accountable, while maintaining productive and professional relationships within the team. The primary responsibilities are as follows: Responsible for manufacturing product(s) in a lab setting following standard operating procedures. Will utilize basic laboratory techniques, calculations, materials measurement, operation of laboratory equipment and record keeping necessary to manufacture products. Will perform column purification/ chromatography, buffer preparation, SDS-Page Analysis, Western Blotting, and other protein characterization techniques. Asses purified kinases through the performance of multiple types of assays such as radioactive activity, fluorometric plate based assays, and TR-FRET. Responsible for Batch Data Records, notebooks, customer reports and work order documents. Utilize specialized technical knowledge and skills to make detailed observations and analyze data to ensure within operating parameters. Advise manager of factors that may affect quality of product. Suggest options/ideas for corrective actions. Maintain equipment, product inventories and related records as assigned. Note variances on manufacturing documents; audit and evaluate process documents and propose revisions. Complete, distribute and file records as required in accordance with Document Control Practices. Identify potential issues in the production process; report findings to team management and members for resolution or participate in troubleshooting. Write technical documents which may include standard operating procedures and batch records. May lead process improvement projects or product transfer projects May perform other related duties as required and/or assigned How will you get here? Education/Experience Must have a bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other related discipline. Masters degree is a plus. Requires a minimum of 2 years relevant experience demonstrating laboratory techniques in a manufacturing environment or research laboratory. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of scientific laboratory techniques, equipment and materials required. Experience in the use of basic laboratory techniques, including buffer preparation, column purification/ chromatography, SDS-Page Analysis, Western Blotting, and other protein characterization techniques are beneficial. Familiar with GE AKTA FPLC protein chromatography equipment and Unicorn software. Experience with different modes of chromatography such as: affinity, ion-exchange, size exclusion, hydrophobic interaction. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Strong collaborative skills and the ability to influence others without authority Is energized working in a fast-paced environment Consistent, dependable and accurate in carrying out responsibilities Displays positive attitude toward job and others Results oriented and data driven Demonstrated ability to carry out scientific procedures and make recommendations for improvement required. Greets challenge and change as opportunity Is curious, inquisitive, innovative, never satisfied with the status quo Proactive approach that anticipates needs and problems while creating solutions Excellent documentation and communication skills Regularly required to lift up to 20 pounds. May be required to lift weight of 45 pounds or more, with assistance and/or with equipment on occasion. May be required to stand for long periods of time while performing duties. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. Must be able to work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 70,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission-enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.