Scientist II, Instrumentation & Molecular Biology

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

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.

Location/Division-Specific Information:

West Sacramento, CA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. 

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

*Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.

Discover Impactful Work:

Join our R&D team at Thermo Fisher Scientific and make a meaningful impact on global health through innovative molecular biology research and development. As a Scientist II in Molecular Biology, you will support next-generation sequencing technologies, diagnostic assays, and molecular biology products that help our customers make breakthrough discoveries. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and be responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment.

Keys to Success:

Education and Experience

• Advanced Degree with no prior experience, or Bachelor's Degree required, plus 2 years of working experience in a molecular biology techniques laboratory in a similar industry.
• Preferred Fields of Study: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related life sciences field
• Strong expertise in nucleic acid isolation, PCR, RT-PCR, and next-generation sequencing methods
• Proficiency with data analysis software and statistical tools (e.g., JMP, GraphPad)
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (GMP, GLP, ISO) for product development
• Experience working in BSL2 laboratory environments
• Proven track record of maintaining detailed laboratory documentation and SOPs
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Experience mentoring colleagues preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to laboratory safety protocols
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with quality systems and design controls preferred

Benefits:

The budgeted range estimated for this position is $72,600.00 - $85,000.00.

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. 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!

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $72,600.00–$108,900.00.

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