Principal Scientist - Bioanalytical LCMS Research and Development

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

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

Job Description

This is a fully onsite role based at our 8700 Quioccasin Road location in Richmond, VA.  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.

Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.

Discover Impactful Work:

Oversees the technical aspects and laboratory conduct of a significant service offering, technical area, or client program. Provides focused technical expertise as a key scientific resource for a broad array of instrument applications. Provides key technical guidance and assistance to quickly and efficiently resolve complex technical issues, for both internal support and client needs. Acts as the technical project leader or subject matter expert for multiple projects or programs, interacts with clients to provide technical project updates, reviews and evaluates data, writes reports and protocols, and provides input on regulatory compliance. In addition, participates in the evaluation and implementation of new technologies ensuring the laboratory stays current in technologies required to best serve PPD clients and to meet business needs or explore new business growth opportunities.

A Day in the Life:

• Provides assistance in the evaluation and implementation of new technologies or techniques to help move the business forward.
• Implements effective improvements in systems, processes and procedures
• increasing productivity, quality and technical expertise in the laboratory.
• Participates in external industry organizations, including delivery of poster and
• podium presentations at conferences, or publishing in scientific journals.
• Shares subject matter expertise with colleagues at internal PPD training events.
• Serves as a technical resource for PPD management in the assessment of client audit recommendations and SOP review.
• Serves as subject matter expert in discussions with clients and internal PPD staff to resolve scientific issues, study design and project technical requirements.
• Leads project teams conducting complex analytical studies, providing technical project management including study planning, coordination of resources, data evaluation, and client communication.

Keys to Success:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 12+ years).

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• In-depth technical and industry knowledge in positions of technical leadership, and highly respected among peers for technical expertise.

• Communication / organization skills necessary to drive the implementation of technological innovation for an area or department.

• Active participant in industry discussion groups / technology conferences and presenting at industry events and conferences.

• Knowledge of regulatory agency audits from a technological standpoint and perspective.

• Proven ability to implement process improvement and technological advancement at the group or department level.

Working Conditions and Environment: 

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive.  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.  
   

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Virginia is $135,000.00–$145,000.00.

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