This job is with Thermo Fisher Scientific, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), 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 Job Title: Scientist III, Cell culture with people management Location: Bangalore Division: BID When you are part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. Surrounded by collaborative colleagues, you’ll have the support and opportunities that only a global leader can give you. Our respected, growing organization has an exceptional strategy for the near term and beyond. Take your place on our strong team and help us make significant contributions to the world. Introduction to the Division /Function BioSciences Division is part of Life Science Solutions Group in Thermo Fisher Scientific and R&D group in Bangalore is involved in antibodies and immunoassay development using recombinant DNA technology. Role Description (Purpose of the role) Scientist III will be working on ongoing R & D projects related to recombinant antibody development and validation. Individual will be responsible to take care of all transfections and transductions required for NPI projects. Will be part of Core Cell culture Facility which supports all the programs with biological samples. Also should be able to efficiently manage 5 to 7 people and their career and growth path. Responsibilities Should be able to design, initiate, plan, execute and oversee experiments related to cell biology Should be able to quickly adapt to the required plan for NPIs as there will be need of flexibility Good understanding about mammalian cell culture and maintaining cell culture lab with correct specifications. Should be able to perform siRNA, production transfections and CRIPSR transductions. Expertise in analytical/ biochemical techniques like western blotting testing, immunofluorescence testing, Flow cytometry, ELISA Keeping thorough record of results into data sheets and/or electronic databases and notebooks. Maintain and upgrade available databases as well. Responsible for data integrity and accuracy. Other functions such as writing technical protocols, maintaining SOPs and taking care of required ordering. Deliver high quality results according to project schedule in support of product commercialization during early feasibility, development and validation phases. Should be good in scientific writing in different formats according to the project requirement. Having experience in managing people is added advantage Qualification Must have Ph.D in Biotechnology/Life Sciences or related discipline or Masters in cell biology/biotechnology, genetics or related fields with more than 9 years of experience in cell biology work flow or relevant industry. Skills and Experience Should have a clear understanding of mammalian cells and their culturing techniques. Strong understanding and hands-on experience of handling, designing cell biology and protein workflow experiments Should have good experience in siRNA, production transfections in EXPI systems and transductions using Lenti and true guides for CRISPR Should have a clear understanding and laboratory skills in the area of cell biology, immunoassays like western blot, immunofluorescence, Flow and ELISA Should have good scientific writing skills Publications in peer-reviewed journals would be a bonus. Good understanding of research projects using standard techniques and protocols. Should be a good team lead, ready to learn new techniques and innovative thinker. Industry experience, bioinformatics and grant writing skills will be considered as a bonus. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail. Prior people management or organizing any events to exhibit leadership is added advantage 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.