Thermo Fisher

RnD Scientist

Uppsala, Sweden Full time

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.)

Job Description

Location/Division Specific Information: 

Olink, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is dedicated to advancing the understanding of human disease through proteomics. Olink panels provide innovative, high-quality solutions for human protein biomarker discovery, enabling researchers to measure thousands of proteins simultaneously from just a few microliters of blood. Using highly specific and thoroughly validated assays with a wide dynamic range, Olink’s technology overcomes traditional limitations in protein analysis and supports deeper insights into human biology and disease.

Job Description

Based in Sweden at our headquarters in Uppsala, you will join our RnD Product Care team at Olink, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific. This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects, innovations and investigations in an environment dedicated to scientific excellence.

Be part of a team that makes a tangible difference! In this role, you will contribute to new insights and to the improvement of our first-class products. We can offer an exciting and stimulating work environment where you will be an important part of our team and where you have great opportunities to develop together with us.

Your main assignment and responsibility will be to participate in projects/investigations, resolve technical challenges, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. The content of the projects usually varies and is linked to both innovation, development, technology as well as up- and downstream processes, QC and production.

Primary responsibilities:

  • Design and execute experiments
  • Analyze large amounts of data and present it visually
  • Solving problems and perform troubleshooting to identify efficient solutions
  • Engage in technical discussions, propose new hypothesis that support problem-solving and drive decisions related to product improvement
  • Collaborating cross-functionally to successfully achieve our goals
  • Summarizing results in technical reports and presenting conclusions

Qualification and skills

  • PhD or equivalent experience in life sciences
  • Strong knowledge and relevant experience with molecular biology, proteomics, and immunology
  • Detailed lab experience
  • Good skills in data analysis with R and/or Python
  • Previous experience in molecular biology techniques and protein characterization
  • Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex data
  • Good knowledge in bioinformatics and statistical methods
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a group
  • Excellent communication skills in Swedish and English

Keys to Success:

Your enthusiasm for science and dedication to working together will define your success. We seek an individual with an ambitious mindset and a track record of consistently delivering excellent outcomes. To thrive in this role, it is vital to bring a strong collaborative nature and a problem-solving attitude. Working closely with cross-functional teams, emphasizing open communication, adaptability, and a shared commitment to continuous improvement, is essential in making informed decisions and elevating our products.

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

Apply today!

If you believe you’re the right fit for this role, we encourage you to submit your resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience.

The application deadline is March 25th, but we recommend applying as soon as possible, as we review applications on a rolling basis.

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.