Senior Scientist | Bioinformatics & Data Analysis

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we develop solutions that help people live healthier, cleaner, and safer lives. This is more than our mission — it is the work we do every day to create value for patients, science, and society.

At our Vilnius site, we develop, manufacture, and supply innovative solutions for life science research and diagnostics to global markets. Our teams contribute to the development of advanced genomics, molecular biology, and bioinformatics solutions that help scientists and clinicians make more accurate decisions.

Join a team where biological data becomes insight, and innovative technologies help create the future of diagnostic solutions.

Job Overview

We are looking for a Senior Scientist to join our bioinformatics team and contribute to the development of products and solutions based on Microarray technologies.

In this role, you will work closely with molecular biology specialists, analyze complex experimental data, develop and improve bioinformatics solutions, and contribute to data-driven decision-making.

Your work will go beyond data analysis — you will actively contribute to process automation, digitalization initiatives, and the development of new tools that help scientists work with biological data faster and more efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with molecular biology specialists to understand experimental goals and select appropriate analysis strategies

• Analyze complex biological and experimental datasets and provide scientific conclusions

• Develop, maintain, and improve bioinformatics analysis processes and automated solutions

• Automate data analysis activities to improve efficiency and reliability

• Identify root causes of data or method-related issues and propose solutions

• Interpret results, formulate hypotheses, and recommend next steps

• Independently plan and execute bioinformatics and data analysis activities

• Contribute to product and method development, optimization, and problem solving

• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and communicate results to different audiences

• Ensure data quality, integrity, and traceability

• Contribute to process digitalization and workflow automation initiatives

Experience and Qualifications

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Data Science, or a related field
or

• Master’s degree with significant practical experience in bioinformatics or a related field

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent Python programming skills and experience working with data analysis libraries

• Ability to write high-quality, structured, and maintainable code

• Experience developing and maintaining bioinformatics or data analysis pipelines

• Good knowledge of Linux environments

• Experience using SQL and Git

• Strong data analysis, visualization, and interpretation skills

• Good understanding of software development principles

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with specialists from different disciplines

• Excellent technical communication and presentation skills

• Excellent written and spoken English

• Accuracy and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Docker, AI/ML libraries, or web technologies

• Experience using AI-based programming or data analysis tools

• Experience analyzing omics data

• Experience contributing to process automation or digitalization projects

• Basic knowledge of computer networks or hardware

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

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

Compensation

The monthly salary range estimated for this position based in Lithuania is €3 016,67–€4 529,17.