Scientist Job at Thermo Fisher in the USA
Thermo Fisher Scientific is hiring a Scientist, Formulations for a fully onsite role in Collegeville. This Scientist Job at Thermo Fisher in the USA is a full-time Laboratory Services position that supports pharmaceutical R&D by formulating and developing processes for sterile drug products.
As part of Thermo Fisher’s clinical research business, this role offers hands-on experience at a pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical client site while maintaining full-time employment benefits. If you are passionate about drug development, GMP environments, and scientific innovation, this opportunity provides direct impact on improving global health, safety, and cleanliness.
About the Company:
Thermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science, with over 100,000 colleagues globally. The company’s mission is to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
Through its clinical research division and partnerships with functional service providers, Thermo Fisher collaborates directly with pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical organizations to accelerate drug development and deliver innovative healthcare solutions. The organization promotes a culture centered on Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Scientist, Formulations
- Job ID: R-01340033
- Location: Collegeville, Pennsylvania, USA
- Job Type: Full Time
- Category: Laboratory Services
- Work Schedule: Standard (Monday–Friday)
- Work Environment: Office / Fully Onsite
- Remote Option: No
- Relocation Assistance: Not provided
- Visa Sponsorship: Not available
- Background Check: Required (includes drug screening)
Educational Requirements for the Scientist Job:
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Life Science with 2 years of relevant experience in formulation or process development
- OR
- Master of Science (MS) degree with 0+ years of relevant experience
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and directly related experience may be considered
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct pre-formulation, formulation, and process development activities following established protocols in this Scientist Job at Thermo Fisher
- Assist in manufacturing product batches for process development, stability studies, or clinical trials
- Coordinate activities within Pharmaceutical Development and with analytical and manufacturing teams
- Author or contribute to manufacturing batch records
- In this Scientist Job in the USA, you should identify and interpret experimental or process-related issues and communicate findings to supervisors
- Collaborate with scientists to troubleshoot technical challenges
- Operate laboratory and plant equipment in compliance with GMP and safety standards
- Maintain accurate laboratory data in Labware and other approved systems
- Record, tabulate, and graph experimental results
- Prepare oral and written summaries of project results in this Scientist Job.
- Contribute to internal and external technical reports
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness and accurate safety records
- Recognize and address potential equipment, supply, or safety issues proactively in this Scientist Job
Skills Required:
- Technical proficiency in formulation and process development techniques
- Strong understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and GLP (Good Laboratory Practices)
- Knowledge of SOPs and regulatory policies
- Operational experience with routine laboratory and plant equipment
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within matrix technical teams
- Strong documentation and data management skills
Benefits of the Scientist Job:
- Competitive salary and an annual incentive bonus plan
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Full-time employee benefits while working onsite at a client location
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
- Exposure to pharmaceutical R&D and sterile product development
- Inclusive and innovation-driven company culture
- Opportunity to contribute to impactful scientific advancements
