Scientist II, Research and Development, Filtration and Separation

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Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials Job Description As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. DESCRIPTION: We're seeking a Scientist II to join our Research & Development team. You'll contribute to scientific advancements while working with advanced technologies and skilled colleagues. As part of our mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer, you'll help develop and optimize products and processes that have meaningful real-world impact. Working in a supportive environment, you'll design and execute experiments, analyze data, address technical challenges, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and development within a global leader in serving science. REQUIREMENTS: • Advanced Degree with no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2+ years of relevant industry or research experience • Preferred Fields of Study: Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering • Strong technical expertise in laboratory techniques and instrumentation, especially Mass spectrometry and associated biological sample preparation, and bioanalytical testing such as PCR and Eliza • Proven ability to design, execute and analyze complex experiments independently • Experience with data analysis, documentation and technical writing • Strong leadership, project management, and organizational skills • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities • Proficiency with relevant software and data analysis tools • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively • Ability to adapt to shifting priorities • Ability to lead and mentor team members • Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and safety protocols Compensation and Benefits The salary range estimated for this position based in Minnesota is $66,000.00–$88,000.00. 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 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