**Work Schedule** Standard (Mon-Fri) **Environmental Conditions** Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards **Job Description** **Research Scientist - Mass Spec - Sweden** Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations. **Discover impactful work:** As a Research Scientist you will work in the specialist area with Mass Spec conducting and providing technical guidance on scientific method development and/or other specialty technologies studies OR performing troubleshooting for own and other’s instruments, methods, procedures, and in writing protocols and reports. You will Design and execute method development independently and interpret and review analytical data for self and other’s. You will routinely act as the technical project leader for multiple projects, provide updates, reviews and evaluate data, write reports and protocols. **Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities:** + Independently performs analytical method development and method optimization using liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry for qualitative or quantitative analysis. + Plan and perform experiments applying a deep understanding of mass spectrometry. + Designs and executes experiments independently. + Writes, reviews and critiques study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documents. + Leads analytical (procedural and instrumental) troubleshooting sessions. + Presents posters at technical conferences. + Develop and implement novel analytical assays and new methodologies. + Drive project timelines and deliverables while meeting Thermo/PPD’s internal quality and data integrity requirements. + Reviews, interprets, and analyzes data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods, SOPs, client criteria and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). + Performs self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements. + Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. + Has a wide range of experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. + Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (i.e., Team Lead). + Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. **Qualifications:** Education and Experience: + Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification + Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 8+ years). + Experience with a range of separation techniques - experienced in operating and maintaining LC/MS systems including but not limited to Thermo Altis, Sciex, and Waters triple quad and ion trap mass spectrometers. + Solid understanding on commercial acquisition and processing software such Analyst, Multiquant, Mass Lynx, Target Lynx, or Xcalibur, is expected. + Prior experience with Chromelon is preferred. + Expertise developing methods for small and large molecule for quantitative analysis. + Experience with oligonucleotides, tissue homogenization, and complex extraction procedures is expected. + Drive and appetite for applying scientific and technical expertise to address complex R&D issues within a multifunctional project team. + Ability to author and/or review SOPs, method development reports, and peer-reviewed publications. + Candidate should have a keen curiosity about identifying new scientific technologies and novel instrumentations which could potentially improve current workflow. **Work Environment** Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued. **Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com** 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. 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