Senior Technical Application Specialist, Cell Culture

Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsLaboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)Job DescriptionThermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is searching for an enthusiastic Senior Applications Scientist, Cell Culture to join our team in Grand Island, NY, USA. As an integral part of our Biologicals and Chemicals Division (BCD) / BioProduction Group, you will work alongside Product Management, Market Development, and R&D to generate application data that supports customer workflows for the Cell Culture and Cell Therapy business. This role is ideal for a scientist who is deeply committed to advancing the field of protein therapeutics.Responsibilities:Work closely with customers to understand their technical and scientific needs, and develop innovative application project ideasIncorporate user-centric product design experience and voice of customer to develop robust, innovative application data for cell culture products and workflowsCollaborate with teams from various departments and external scientists to conductfeasibility and development studies and partner with market development to publish.Act as a technical lead for application data projectsLead partnerships and collaborations with renowned investigators at research institutions, regulatory and standards organizations, industry, and biotech/biopharma worldwideRepresent the company at scientific meetings and conferencesRequirements / Education:Educational background in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or Bioengineering, with equivalent experience also considered (Master's or PhD preferred)Minimum 5 years of cell culture experience supporting customers in regulated GMP environmentProtein production (CHO) experienceHands-on technical cell culture process development/manufacturing experienceStrong experience in developing products for regulated (GMP) customersExcellent communication, presentation, and problem-solving skillsWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. We strive to create a positive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive. Accommodations can be provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process. If you require any accommodations, please contact us. Join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific and make a significant contribution to the world of science and technology.Compensation and BenefitsThe salary range estimated for this position based in New York is $93,800.00-$126,000.00.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 programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt 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 policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discountFor more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards