Location/Division Specific Information: 7305 Executive Way, Frederick Maryland
COMPANY INFORMATION
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $25 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We are here to assist our customers, whether they are advancing life sciences research, solving intricate analytical challenges, enhancing patient diagnostics and therapies, or improving efficiency in their laboratories. Our distributed team of over 75,000 colleagues offers an outstanding mix of brand-new technologies, convenient purchasing options, and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, such as Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, and Patheon. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.
GROUP/DIVISION SUMMARY
This Project Management Position is part of the Clinical Next Generation Sequencing Division (CSD) which supplies "sample to answer" instrument, software and reagent solutions; has the leading position in research markets; and is the market leader in targeted sequencing and clinical Next- Generation Sequencing.
How will you make an impact?
This role is charged with driving and overseeing the development and execution of assigned projects within the Clinical Next Generation Sequencing Division of Thermo Fisher with an emphasis on operations-focused actions and results. To ensure delivery of on time product launches, the candidate should be proficient in industry standard project management processes, tools, and strategies.
The Project Manager will coordinate cross functionally with R&D, Product Management, Marketing, Finance, Planning, QA/QC, Tech Transfer, Engineering, and the Divisional Leadership team to ensure robust processes are implemented and followed in manufacturing, including crafting of accurate requirements, batch records, specifications and associated documents. Projects will include New Product Introduction (NPI), in accordance with company product commercialization process guidelines and documentation, manufacturing transfer(s) across internal sites, sustaining, OEM, and process improvement. In order to enable success, the candidate should be proficient in leading teams without direct management authority and demonstrate leadership through influence.
What will you do?
Lead the detailed planning and management of operations activities in various projects through to completion. Ensuring key requirements and achievements are met; applying detailed risk management practices, continuous improvement tools and prioritization of resources.
Acknowledge and call out gaps, challenges, and inefficiencies that may hinder the success of a project as appropriate
Follow the Project Management Framework and corporate processes to complete projects, ensuring compliance with all deliverables and stage gate reviews.
Deliver the assigned projects to successful conclusion (on time, on budget, and in scope)
Ensure appropriate tools and techniques are available and employed by the project teams to enable them to meet their assigned objectives successfully
Identify program risks, assess impact, and complete subsequent mitigation plans
Develop standard methodologies and tools for project execution and management
Work with Operations PM Team to solidify and adhere to process for prioritizing and subsequently resourcing projects as needed
How will you get here?
Education:
Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in scientific field with equivalent experience, Project Management, or Business Management highly preferred, or equivalent work experience acceptable.
Experience:
8+ years of related experience, preferably in an operations-focused environment
Experience in delivery of successful enterprise-wide projects
Must have comprehensive understanding of Document Control Practices (Agile or Equivalent)
Prior experience leading FMEA and associated Risk Analysis a plus
Competency in Agile, Scrum methodologies, Tier Management
Experience working in an IVD/Medical Device/Biotech/Food industry a plus
Six-Sigma/PMP/CPIM certification a plus
Experience working in a shared-services environment
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Proficient with MS Office, in particular Project, Teams, and Excel
Strong attention to detail, organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and excellent documentation skills are a must
The ability to interact professionally with a diverse group: executives, managers, and subject matter experts
Ability to balance the long-term ("big picture") and short-term implications of individual decisions
Excellent critical thinking, crisis management, and decision-making skills required
Self-motivated, positive attitude, patient, with a passion for learning and always driving for continuous improvement
Demonstrated conflict resolution skills
Proven ability to lead matrixed team of professional to complete projects on time
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $93,800.00-$140,675.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
