Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the worldโs leading science and biotechnology company, with an annual revenue of $44 billion and a workforce of over 125,000 employees worldwide. The company is dedicated to accelerating scientific research, improving diagnostics, and advancing drug development through cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions.
With $1.4 billion invested annually in R&D, Thermo Fisher Scientific is at the forefront of life sciences, diagnostics, and laboratory technology. The company operates through industry-leading brands, including:
- Thermo Scientificย (analytical instruments & lab equipment)
- Applied Biosystemsย (genomics & PCR technologies)
- Invitrogenย (cell biology & protein analysis tools)
- Fisher Scientificย (lab supplies & chemicals)
- PPD & Patheonย (pharma services & clinical research)
Thermo Fisher Scientific fosters a diverse, inclusive, and innovation-driven work culture, making it one of the most sought-after employers in the biotech and pharmaceutical industry.
Job Openings at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Bangalore
1. Scientist I โ Protein Biology (Job ID: R-01310879)
Job Overview
The Protein Biology team at Thermo Fisher Scientific is responsible for large-scale antibody validation, ensuring high specificity and reproducibility in research applications. The team utilizes advanced techniques such as Western blotting, immunofluorescence (IF), immunohistochemistry (IHC), and chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP) to validate antibodies for scientific and clinical use.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and executeย antibody validation experimentsย usingย Western blotting, IF, IHC, and ELISA.
- Performย protein-protein interaction studies (Co-IP)ย andย gene-silencing assays.
- Maintainย detailed experimental recordsย and contribute toย data analysis & scientific reports.
- Stay updated withย the latest advancements in protein biologyย and antibody validation techniques.
- Collaborate withย cross-functional teamsย to improve product development workflows.
Candidate Requirements
- Educational Qualification:
- MSc in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Immunologyย withย 2-5 years of experience
- PhD in a related fieldย (preferred for senior roles)
- Technical Skills:
- Hands-on experience inย Western blotting, immunofluorescence, IHC, or flow cytometry.
- Familiarity withย computational biology toolsย (protein databases, bioinformatics software).
- Strongย analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Soft Skills:
- Excellentย written and verbal communicationย for presenting research findings.
- Ability to work in aย fast-paced, collaborative environment.
2. Scientist II โ Antibody Development (Job ID: R-01310178)
Job Overview
The Antibody Development team focuses on engineering high-specificity antibodies for research, diagnostics, and therapeutic applications. The team employs cutting-edge protein engineering techniques, including affinity purification, antibody conjugation, and structural modeling, to develop next-generation antibody reagents.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and optimizeย antibody purification protocolsย usingย HPLC, SEC, and affinity chromatography.
- Performย antibody conjugation (biotinylation, fluorophore labeling)ย for assay development.
- Utilizeย protein modeling tools (PyMOL, Schrรถdinger, Discovery Studio)ย forย epitope mapping & antibody design.
- Mentorย junior scientistsย and provide technical guidance on experimental workflows.
- Contribute toย scientific publications, patents, and internal R&D reports.
Candidate Requirements
- Educational Qualification:
- MSc with 5+ years of experienceย inย Protein Engineering, Structural Biology, or Biochemistry.
- PhD with 2+ years of experienceย (preferred for leadership roles).
- Technical Skills:
- Expertise inย protein purification (AKTA systems, HPLC, SDS-PAGE).
- Experience inย antibody engineering & epitope analysis.
- Knowledge ofย statistical software (Prism, GraphPad, Excel).
- Soft Skills:
- Strongย project management & leadership abilities.
- Ability toย innovate and troubleshoot experimental challenges.
Why Join Thermo Fisher Scientific?
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Competitive Salary & Benefits: Attractive remuneration, annual performance bonuses, and comprehensive healthcare coverage.
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Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, promotions, and global exposure.
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Innovative Work Culture: Work with cutting-edge technologies alongside world-class scientists.
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Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules, employee wellness programs, and a supportive work environment.
