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, Rapid flashing lights, 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, Protein Biology Job Location: India, Bangalore About Company: About the company Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $44 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving analytical challenges, growing efficiency in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics, or developing and manufacturing life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our distributed team delivers an outstanding combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD. Our Innovative Laboratory technologies & Services makes it easier for customers. About Team: Antibody team The antibody team is involved in engineering and development of antibodies, with a deep focus on reagent quality and specificity. The core activities of the team include design, development, purification, conjugation and testing of antibodies in a variety of immunoassay applications using pioneering tools and technologies. The goal of the program is advanced product development and creation of product specific information to promote research use. Role & Responsibilities Role: To lead antibody development workflows with a focus on performance and specificity using innovative molecular, protein, and cell biology methods. Responsibilities: Perform in a fast- paced environment towards antibody development & testing Lead team of scientists in matrix style operation, provide technical and operational supervision. Drive conceptualization within teams to enable development of successful protocols for effective screens and hit selection Mentoring and training junior scientists in research, design and experimental execution, interpreting data and data presentation to collaborators and partners Serve as authority in the field of antibody development to provide inputs and guidance towards driving innovation and cross team collaborations. Partner with supporting functions such as product management, program management, operations, and business development to meet program goals. Candidate Requirement: Education & Experience levels: Applicants should have Master’s with greater than 8 years confirmed R&D experience or PhD with greater than 5 years’ experience in a life sciences field with a strong focus on cell and molecular biology, immunology, biotechnology and/or biochemistry. Minimum 5 years of Industrial experience is required. Nature of experience: Extensive experience with antibody development including hybridoma, single B cell, and other recombinant antibody platforms Strong experience in working with primary cells Strong background in flow cytometry including single cell sorting, immunophenotyping, multicolor flow cytometry and panel design, rare population analysis Thorough in biochemical and immunoassay workflows such as recombinant protein expression and purification, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, IF, IHC Broad knowledge and experience in molecular biology, cell biology, immunoassays, protein design, engineering, purification, and conjugation fields to enable successful delivery on program goals Working knowledge of fluorescence microscopy, fluorescence detection technologies is helpful Ability to provide technical trouble shooting to resolve scientific problems. Experience in authoring and optimizing standard operating procedures with a focus on reproducibility Skills for identifying deviations from expected outcomes, problem solving and suggesting alternatives Excellent written and verbal presentation skills Experience in leading product launches through knowledge and application of product commercialization processes including feasibility, development, and validation stages Proven leadership skills and ability to work alongside colleagues from different backgrounds Experience with leading and mentoring people either with or without direct reporting structure The successful candidate will be self-motivated and a self-starter who is excellent at learning and applying new concepts for process or product improvements, possess excellent people and project leadership skills including decision making and conflict resolution, oral and written communication skills to connect to peers and leadership, and demonstrate role model leadership for integrity, intensity, innovation, and involvement. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination basis race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, age, genetics, pregnancy, disability or any other legally protected status. Thermo Fisher Scientific aligns with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates. 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! ThermoFisher is committed to crafting a diverse work environment that values and respects individuals from all backgrounds. ThermoFisher 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.