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Scientist Ii, Molecular Biology

8+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Dec. 25, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: MSc./M. Pharm/PhD Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Scientist II, Protein Biology

Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions:

  • Adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards

  • Cold Room/Freezers at -22°F / -6°C

  • Loud Noises from Equipment/Machinery

  • Office and Lab environments

  • Some degree of PPE required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.)

  • Exposure to strong odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products, etc.)

  • Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Location: Bangalore, India


About the Company

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is a global leader in serving science, with an annual revenue of approximately $44 billion. We help customers make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer by supporting life sciences research, solving analytical challenges, improving laboratory efficiency, enhancing patient health through diagnostics, and developing life-changing therapies. Our diverse teams deliver an outstanding combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD.


About the Team: Antibody Team

The Antibody team focuses on the engineering and development of antibodies, with an emphasis on reagent quality and specificity. The core activities of the team include antibody design, development, purification, conjugation, and testing in a variety of immunoassay applications using advanced tools and technologies. The goal of the program is to drive product development and create product-specific information to promote research use.


Role & Responsibilities

As a Scientist II, Protein Biology, you will be a key member of the molecular biology and sequencing core facility within the antibody development team. Your work will advance innovative molecular biology techniques to enable high throughput recombinant antibody platforms.

Responsibilities:

  • Work in a fast-paced environment to drive antibody development and testing.

  • Develop next-generation methodologies, vector improvements, and cloning strategies to support high throughput workflows in recombinant antibody development.

  • Lead informal teams of scientists, providing technical and operational supervision, mentoring, and training junior scientists.

  • Guide the conceptualization and development of protocols for successful transfer to operational teams.

  • Contribute to driving innovation and facilitate cross-team collaborations.

  • Partner with supporting functions such as product management, program management, operations, and business development to meet program goals.


Candidate Requirements

Education & Experience:

  • PhD with up to 3 years of experience, or

  • Master’s degree with up to 8 years of experience in a relevant life sciences field. A strong focus on next-generation molecular biology, sequencing technologies, and antibody development technologies is required.

Nature of Experience:

  • Experience with antibody development and engineering, including hybridoma, display technologies, single B cell, and other antibody platforms.

  • Extensive knowledge and experience in molecular biology, vector design, next-generation cloning, miniaturizing strategies for high throughput gene-to-protein, Sanger, and next-generation sequencing technologies.

  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve technical challenges.

  • Experience in establishing new protocols and workflows is desirable.

  • Experience leading core facilities for molecular biology and/or sequencing is a plus.

  • Authorship of peer-reviewed publications and post-doctoral experience are preferred.

  • Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced research environment.

  • Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and statistical software like Prism.

Personal Qualities:

  • Self-motivated, independent, and capable of learning and applying new concepts for process or product improvements.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with peers and leadership.

  • A strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.


Equal Opportunity Employer

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, age, genetics, pregnancy, disability, or any other legally protected status. Thermo Fisher aligns with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction where it operates.


What We Offer

Thermo Fisher offers competitive remuneration, an annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. You will have the opportunity to work with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, with outstanding career and development prospects. We offer a company culture based on integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.