Associate Research Scientist, Proteins

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Join Us as an Associate Research Scientist – Make an Impact at the Forefront
This is a fully onsite role based at our customer’s site in Lawrenceville, NJ. 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.

Thermo Fisher's clinical research business is a leading global contract research organization and world leader in serving science. We are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our mission – to enable our customers to make the world healthier, safer, and cleaner.

Our Laboratories Functional Service Partnership (FSP) team plays a direct role in advancing drug development by creating sustained groups of talent within our customers’ organizations to provide long-term support. Through this collaborative approach, our professionals bring their commitment to excellence, industry knowledge, and operational strength directly into customer environments, helping to enhance capabilities and advance the delivery of life-changing therapies.

Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to perform laboratory experiments for the physicochemical characterization and conjugation of protein reagents for use across multiple technology platforms, including but not limited to: Immunoassays, flow cytometry, IHC, and LCMS. In this role the individual will be responsible for collaborating and communicating across the organization to assure on-time delivery of high-quality characterized materials. 

• Works independently to design, execute, and analyze LCMS, SEC and other experiments to assess physicochemical properties of antibody and non-antibody protein reagents. 
• Performs development, validation and implementation of quantitative and qualitative assays using physiochemical methodologies (i.e. LC-MS, SEC-RI, UV-Vis) with minimal guidance. 
• Works independently to design and execute method development experiments for bioconjugations of antibodies and proteins. 
• Performs method development and refines characterization protocols as needed. 
• Works with minimal oversight to interpret results, plan next steps, compile final data summaries, and present results to stakeholders. 
• Provides oversight of experimental design and data review for junior staff members. 
• Assist in scientific collaborations and/or contracted research as needed. 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand project needs and relay information back to the group. 
• May serve as a technical point of contact within the group. 
• May lead innovation projects related to the physicochemical characterization of protein reagents. 
• Troubleshoots instrument problems and malfunctions. 
• Maintains required training per BMS standard operating procedures. 
• Maintains and completes notebooks and other documentation as per departmental guidelines. 
• Leads or contributes to writing and presentation of findings in the form of posters, publications, and oral presentations (internal and external) 
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree with 6+ years of related industry experience or Master’s Degree with 4+ years of related industry experience or Ph.D. in related field with 2+ years of related industry experience 
• Operational and theoretical understanding of Mass Spectrometry, size exclusion chromatography and reverse phase chromatography 
• Basic understanding of protein conjugation chemistry is required; Experience is a plus. 
• Proficient in scientific writing with good verbal communication skills and the ability to independently interpret and deliver results. 
• Ability to effectively work across levels and functions with both internal and external stakeholders.  
• Excellent problem-solving skills. 

In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Working Environment:

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.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

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.

Compensation and Benefits

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• 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

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