Associate Research Scientist - Characterization

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Role: Associate Research Scientist-Characterization

This is a fully onsite role based at our customer’s site in  Collegeville, PA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate. 

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.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.

Summarized Purpose:

Performs both routine and advanced laboratory tasks, including method development and sample analysis, utilizing a range of instrumentation to characterize materials, drugs, and bulk properties. Collaborates with the team to design and execute experiments, demonstrating proficiency in operating analytical instruments, analyzing data, adhering to GSK SOPs and industry standards for data recording. Effectively manages time to deliver results across multiple projects, engages with partner groups, reviews and interprets data, and prepares comprehensive reports and protocols.

Essential Functions:   

• Perform routine and complex laboratory activities, including method development and sample analysis on a variety of instrumentation for characterization of material and bulk properties. Work may also involve investigations into process and product failures.

• Review analytical test results.

• Documents lab work and authors reports in accordance with internal SOPs and guidelines.

• Problem solving, either independently or with assistance pertaining to extraction and/or instrumentation problems. 

• Executes assignments accurately, and in a timely and safe manner. Proactively communicates findings and status of work assignments to project leader.

• Identify and begin to interpret any problems in the execution of experimental processes and/or in results and communicates them to project leader.

• Proactively engage and seek assistance from other scientists to solve problems

• Maintains cleanliness in own work area and in communal work areas

• Anticipates/recognizes potential problems with equipment and/or supplies, and proposes/initiates action to solve or prevent problems

• Operates equipment for which they are trained independently with due regard for GMP and Safety

• Consults with supervisor when difficulties arise that cannot be readily resolved

• Prepares oral or written summaries of results with interpretation for project work

• Follows safe Laboratory Practices

• Recognizes potential safety problems and takes action to rectify them

Work Environment:
Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
•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.

Why Join Us?
When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.

Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs.