Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsSome degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)Job DescriptionThermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Sr Applications Scientist to join our team at the new Center of Excellence in San Francisco, US. This is a unique opportunity to work in a world-class organization committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As a leader in the field, Thermo Fisher Scientific provides innovative technologies and services to support life sciences research, drug discovery, and more. Your work will be an important contributor to exploring and promoting the utilization of Cryo-EM in drug discovery, enabling the development of new therapeutics!Responsibilities
Implement innovative single particle analysis workflow strategies to deliver protein and protein complex structures
Provide guidance on biochemical and sample preparation strategies
Perform sample screening and analysis of images
Collect high-resolution data using advanced equipment
Maintain and monitor system performance
Identify and resolve software and hardware issues
Support activities to ensure high-quality results and productivity
Requirements
Advanced degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or Structural Biology (PhD or equivalent experience)
Extensive background in high-end electron microscopy
Experience interacting with customers, service teams, and R&D colleagues
Strong communication and inter-cultural skills
Ability to work independently and in teams
This position offers an inclusive and collaborative work environment, with opportunities to collaborate with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity 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.Apply today at http://jobs.thermofisher.com to join our exceptional team and contribute to groundbreaking research and development projects!Equal opportunity employer (EOE) and reasonable accommodation/adjustment statements:Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. If you require reasonable accommodations or adjustments to participate in the job application process, please contact us at 1-855-471-2255 to discuss your needs. This telephone line is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Compensation and BenefitsThe salary range estimated for this position based in California is $100,000.00–$149,950.00.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-rewardsThermo 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.
