Chemist

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

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.

Join our team as a Chemist, where you'll contribute to ensuring consistent production of therapeutic and diagnostic products. As part of the Lipids and Transfection Reagents Manufacturing team, you'll work at the intersection of research and production, supporting process optimization, technology transfer, and continuous improvement initiatives. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges and ensure robust, scalable manufacturing processes that meet quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Synthesize lipids using organic synthesis techniques

Monitor raw material inventory and order raw materials in a timely manner

Maintain equipment and record malfunctions in the system in a timely manner

Complete, update, and prepare technological documentation accurately and on time

Ensure products are manufactured on time and manufacturing data is entered into the E1 system

Collaborate with colleagues in the Research and Development (R&D) department to develop new and improve existing product technologies

Participate in production process validation activities as needed

Provide suggestions and ideas to improve departmental processes and activities

Train and support team members as needed

Experience and Qualifications

University degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field

Good written and spoken English

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

At least one year of laboratory experience in chemistry, including organic synthesis and chromatographic purification

Experience working with inventory management systems (e.g., E1) is an advantage

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of safe handling of hazardous chemicals

Understanding of the principles and requirements for working in a controlled environment

Experience with process validation, technology transfer, and scale-up activities

Experience with risk assessment and root cause analysis is an advantage

Salary

€1,983 – €2,970 gross/month

The final offer will depend on the candidate’s experience, skills, and competencies.

What We Offer

Annual performance bonus and additional financial benefits

Comprehensive health package, including private health, life and accident insurance

Wellbeing support for employees and their family members, including mental health consultations, health check-ups, vaccinations, and on-site health initiatives

Opportunities for professional growth through internal training, access to Thermo Fisher e-University, and continuous development

The opportunity to work in a global, innovation-driven organization and collaborate with international teams

Daily benefits such as subsidized meals, gym access, and company transportation

An inclusive and supportive culture, with team events and community initiatives

2 additional paid volunteering days per year

Compensation

The monthly salary range estimated for this position based in Lithuania is €1 983,33–€2 970,83.