Staff Scientist Research and Development

**Work Schedule** Standard (Mon-Fri) **Environmental Conditions** Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.) **Job Description** Job Description When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world. **Location/Division-Specific Information:** Sunnyvale, CA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided.  \*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 screen. **Discover Impactful Work:** At Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., we are seeking a highly motivated individual with strong work behaviors to join our team as a Staff Scientist in Ion Chromatography and Sample Preparation Research and Development department. As a Staff Scientist, you will have a crucial role in developing innovative ion chromatography columns and sample preparation products. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class organization dedicated to making real-world impact in areas such as finding cancer cures, protecting the environment, and ensuring food safety. **A Day in the Life:** * Conduct exploratory R&D activities for chromatography columns and sample preparation consumables * Generate, investigate, and explore new ideas and concepts by defining experiments, building, debugging, and characterizing prototypes * Lead new product development efforts, including prototype design and development, functional testing, characterization, and manufacturability assessments * Provide technical guidance and expertise to product development teams, strategically and tactically guiding R&D activities to develop highly differentiated ion chromatography separation media, columns, and sample preparation products * Serve as a technical resource to management and cross-functional teams in the areas of ion-exchange chromatography consumables, resin synthesis, modification, and characterization * Collaborate with product management and operations representatives to provide technical support for ion chromatography columns and sample preparation consumables * Deliver new product design and application messaging internally, at conferences, and during interactions with customers through accomplished presentations * Contribute to the scientific community by writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, invention disclosures, and possible patent applications **Keys to Success:** **Education and Experience** * Master’s degree and 4+ years of relevant industry experience required or a PhD degree and 2+ years. PhD or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or equivalent science discipline. * Proficiency in polymer synthesis and hands-on experience using characterization tools such as particle size analysis, surface area measurements, and other related techniques. * Knowledge of liquid chromatography principles and separation materials. * Well-versed in analytical chemistry principles and analytical techniques. * High level of technology fluency to understand and properly communicate the technology associated with assigned products. * Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills. * Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills. * Excellent organization and planning skills. * Ability to make independent decisions. * Ability to accurately plan, define, and manage project tasks. * Strong ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a dynamic and fast-paced setting. **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 $123,800.00–$148,000.00. 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](https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards)