**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** Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a Scientist I who is highly motivated and ambitious to join our exceptional research team in Maryland. As a world-class leader in scientific research and innovation, Thermo Fisher Scientific provides an unparalleled environment for individuals who demonstrate strong work behaviors and a drive to make a significant impact. Responsibilities: + Designs experimental plans with guidance and completes experiments, analyzes experimental data, generates laboratory protocols, and contributes to technical reports and product summaries. + Provides direct support in maintenance of adherent and suspension cell cultures, media/feed/supplement preparation, operation of bench scale bioreactors + Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of data requires an evaluation of various factors. + Troubleshoots and solves problems in the design/execution of development projects. + Exhibits creativity in selecting approaches and techniques for obtaining solutions. + Maintains accurate lab notebook to support protection of intellectual property in accordance with relevant Thermo Fisher required standards. + Presents data internally and contributes to external publications when appropriate. + Interacts with internal departments in the commercialization of new products. + Follows all company safety, training, and quality regulations and procedures. Requirements (Must have): + Bachelor’s degree (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology/Biomedical engineering, or other related field) with 0-2 years of experience in a manufacturing/lab environment + Demonstrated proficiency in small scale mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique + Outstanding problem-solving skills and attention to detail + Excellent communication and collaboration abilities + Demonstrated ability to excel in a fast-paced research environment and deliver detailed results Requirements (Nice to have): + Prior industrial experience, particularly in process development and/or cell culture media formulation + Proficiency in microbiology and virus handling/infectivity techniques + Knowledge or experience with biocontainment facilities and procedures, laboratory safety, and decontamination + Experience with statistical experimental design and performance of DOE studies + Familiarity with operation of bench-top stirred tank bioreactors or fermentation equipment **Compensation and Benefits** The salary range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $58,600.00–$87,850.00. 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 Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.