Sobre esta vaga de Scientist III, Molecular Biology na Thermo Fisher Scientific
Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)Environmental Conditions
Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
Location/Division-Specific Information:
West Sacramento, CA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided.
*Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.
Discover Impactful Work:
Join our R&D team and help advance groundbreaking molecular biology technologies that impact global health. As a Scientist III, you'll lead innovative projects developing next-generation sequencing applications, diagnostic assays, and molecular testing solutions. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex scientific challenges. We empower our scientists with resources and autonomy to drive meaningful discoveries from concept through commercialization. Your expertise will contribute directly to products that enable breakthrough research in cancer treatment, environmental protection, and forensic science.
Keys to Success:
Education and Experience
• Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience preferred, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA handling, PCR, qPCR, and nucleic acid quantification
• Preferred Fields of Study: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related life sciences field
• Proven expertise in next-generation sequencing technologies, library preparation, and workflow optimization, assay validation. Experience in a CAP/CLIA environment preferred.
• Experience working in regulated environments (ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820)
• Strong understanding of experimental design, data analysis, and statistical methods
• Experience with automated liquid handling systems and laboratory automation
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Strong documentation skills including detailed lab notebooks and technical reports
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities for presenting to diverse audiences
• Experience in project leadership and cross-functional collaboration
• Experience mentoring scientists and coordinating team activities
• Ability to work in BSL2 laboratory environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work independently and as part of a team
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!
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $91,700.00–$122,250.00.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
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards