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

Job Title: Scientist III, Protein Biology

Job Location: Bangalore

About Company:

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. leads in serving science with a $44 billion annual revenue. Our team offers innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services.

About Team: Protein Biology

The Protein Biology team is dedicated to validating antibodies on a large scale, prioritizing reagent quality and specificity. Team tasks encompass data mining and processing, Western blotting using innovative tools, high-efficiency and high-resolution immunofluorescence imaging, immunohistochemistry, ChIP (Chromatin Immunoprecipitation), and gene-silencing to enrich our antibody portfolio with advanced application tags. The program aims to validate products rigorously and generate informative content for research purposes.

Role & Responsibilities

Purpose:

Validate antibodies for reproducibility. Demonstrate scientific proficiency in experimental planning and execution. Prioritize effective communication of results.

Responsibilities:

Acquire and use knowledge on key aspects of protein biology, to deliver results on antibody validation and characterization.Regular mining of literature and keeping oneself up to date with developments in field of antibody validation.Perform in a fast-paced environment towards antibody validation, with attention to detail and adherence to schedules.Informal leadership of team of scientists in matrix style operation, provide technical and operational supervision. Mentoring and training junior scientists in research, design and experimental execution, interpreting data and data presentation to collaborators and partners.Drive conceptualization within teams to enable development of successful protocols to address complex biological targets.Partner with supporting functions such as product management, program management, and business development to meet program goals.

Candidate Requirement:

Education & Experience levels:

Applicants should have a PhD in molecular biology, immunology, biotechnology or biochemistry with 4 to 5 years' experience, orMaster's degree with 5 to 10 years of experience.

Skills:

Familiar with experimental workflow in cell and molecular biology, with extensive experience in the design and development of protein-assays, protein-protein interaction (using co-immunoprecipitation), or development of immunoassays.Proven experience in immunoassays such as Western blotting, Immunofluorescence, Immunohistochemistry, Flow cytometry or ELISA.Communication of research data and providing expert-level technical troubleshooting to resolve scientific problems and develop new protocols/methods.Experience in antibody development platforms is desirable.

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

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 a company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Thermo Fisher is committed to crafting a diverse work environment that values and respects individuals from all backgrounds. 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.