As NLS has previously written about, Thermo Fisher Scientific will open a new European lab operation in Gothenburg. The new bioanalytical laboratory, creating up to 140 new jobs for researchers and laboratory staff, will be established during the last quarter of 2025.

”The fact that a global life science company like Thermo Fisher Scientific, chooses to expand in Gothenburg is a sign of strength for us as a region. We welcome the new advanced jobs, and the fact that our knowledge-intensive life science sector is growing. This strengthens Gothenburg’s competitiveness and attractiveness in general. There are several reasons why Thermo Fisher now gets the Key to Gothenburg,” says Jonas Attenius, Mayor of Gothenburg.

The key was awarded during a ceremony in the City Hall April 23, hosted by the City of Gothenburg and Business Region Göteborg. AstraZeneca Sweden was also present through CEO Per Alfredsson.

Expand bioanalytical capabilities

”We are honoured to receive the Key to Gothenburg as it represents the impact that the expansion of our bioanalytical lab will play in allowing us to continue to accelerate drug discovery and development through advanced technology and collaboration,” says Leon Wyszkowski, president, analytical services, clinical research, Thermo Fisher Scientific. “As medicines become more complex and personalized, developing bioanalytical assays with greater detectability continues to be a very important part of the development cycle, and we look forward to being able to continue to serve our customers through this new facility.”

The company expects to hire a wide range of roles with particular skillsets, including advanced degree scientists, lab support, supply chain, and receiving and storing, to support the lab expansion.

The business will expand its bioanalytical capabilities to include comprehensive and full-service solutions, encompassing both small and large molecules, biomarkers and novel modalities, the company states. Service offerings will include a wide range of advanced technologies and methodologies, such as cell-based assays, chromatography, flow cytometry, immunochemistry and molecular genomics. The company expects to hire a wide range of roles with particular skillsets, including advanced degree scientists, lab support, supply chain, and receiving and storing, to support the lab expansion.

About the Key to Gothenburg and motivation

The key is awarded to a national or international investment in Gothenburg that is of great importance or impact on the region’s long-term growth, creates jobs or adds other value to the region that is deemed to be of great importance. The Key to Gothenburg has previously been awarded to companies such as Volvo Cars, CEVT, MentorMate and HCL Technologies.

The motivation for 2025 reads: “Thermo Fisher Scientific’s decision to expand in Gothenburg – with the specialized knowledge they bring to the region – will significantly enhance the already strong local scientific community, and drive innovation forward within life science. Thermo Fisher Scientific’s commitment to quality, innovation and excellence, will be of great importance to the Gothenburg region, Sweden, and Europe, and accelerate development and collaboration on a global scale.”