Analytical Development Scientist (HPLC)

Thermo Fisher Scientific seeks an Analytical Development Scientist to develop and optimize HPLC methods for biotechnology and biopharmaceutical applications. The role involves characterizing product performance, designing experiments to assess critical quality attributes, and supporting new product commercialization in a collaborative R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and apply HPLC methods to characterize product performance and support new product development initiatives
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate critical-to-quality attributes including purity, aggregation, identity, and concentration
• Generate, analyze, and interpret complex analytical datasets to inform technical decisions and development strategy
• Support product development activities including feasibility studies, prototype evaluation, validation, and technology transfer
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Commercial functions throughout product lifecycle

Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field; or Bachelor's with 5+ years experience
• Hands-on experience with HPLC or UHPLC analytical chromatography systems
• Strong understanding of chromatography principles, method development, optimization, and data interpretation
• Experience developing analytical methods for biological molecules or biopharmaceutical product characterization
• Demonstrated ability to design experiments, analyze data, troubleshoot methods, and work in cross-functional teams
• Strong technical writing and scientific communication skills
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship