Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Associate Research Scientist

Posted Oct 27, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Engineering & R&D Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical R&D
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Jiangsu, China
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
over 5 years of experience in an analytical testing laboratory with LC-MS/MS
Education
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field with over 5 years of experience in an analytical testing laboratory with LC-MS/MS.

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Role Summary

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Performs complex laboratory analysis and method R&D of pharmaceutical products using LC-MS/MS systems, analyzing samples, calculating and analyzing data, and recording data in accordance with SOPs.

What You'll Do

  • Independently performs method validations, method transfers and analytical testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds...
  • Prepares study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documents.
  • Reviews, interprets and analyzes data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods and SOPs.
  • Communicates data and technical issues to the client and responds to client needs and questions.
  • Mentors, trains and coordinates laboratory activities of other team members and assists in troubleshooting instrument and analytical...
  • Assists with quality systems and new equipment.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field with over 5 years of analytical testing laboratory experience using LC-MS/MS.

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field
  • Over 5 years of experience in an analytical testing laboratory with LC-MS/MS
  • Solid understanding and knowledge of general chemistry and separation science
  • Full understanding of laboratory requirements for LC-MS/MS systems, SOPs, ICH guidelines, EMA requirements and FDA guidance
  • Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasks
  • Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Effective oral and written English communication skills
  • Time management and project management skills

Preferred

  • Pre-clinical GLP TK or clinical PK bioanalysis with LC-MS/MS in CRO experience
  • LC-MS/MS bioanalysis method development experience in GLP or Non-GLP environment for pre-clinical or clinical studies

Original job description

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Join Us as an Associate Research Scientist – Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation
We have successfully supported the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechs, spanning 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries in the last 5 years.

Purpose


Performs complex laboratory analysis and method R&D of pharmaceutical products and proficiently uses LC-MS/MS systems, analyzes samples, calculates and analyzes data and records data in adherence with SOP's and the industry.


Major Job Responsibilities

• Independently performs method validations, method transfers and analytical testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds with LC-MS/MS systems. Understands and conforms to methods and protocols applicable to assigned tasks. Designs and executes experiments with minimal supervision.
• Prepares study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documents.
• Reviews, interprets and analyzes data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods and SOPs.
• Communicates data and technical issues to the client and responds to client needs and questions.
• Mentors, trains and coordinates laboratory activities of other team members and assists in troubleshooting instrument and analytical problems.
• Assists with quality systems and new equipment.
• Deep insight in method development.


Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field with over 5 years of experience in an analytical testing laboratory with LC-MS/MS. Pre-clinical GLP TK or clinical PK bioanalysis with LC-MS/MS in CRO experience is preferred.
• LC-MS/MS bioanalysis method development experience in GLP or Non-GLP environment for pre-clinical or clinical studies is preferred.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Solid understanding and knowledge of general chemistry and separation science.
• Full understanding of laboratory requirements LC-MS/MS systems, SOPs, ICH guidelines, EMA requirements and FDA guidance.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasks
• Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Effective oral and written English communication skills
• Time management and project management skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team

Thermo Fisher Scientific

About the company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Large Enterprise

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing a wide range of analytical instruments, reagents, and software solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences research. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company enables customers to make significant advancements in scientific discovery and healthcare diagnostics. Thermo Fisher operates in more than 50 countries and employs over 80,000 people, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing global health and safety. Through its broad portfolio of brands and technologies, the company plays a vital role in accelerating life-changing research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.