Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and exceptionally skilled Sr Manager, Strategic Innovation to join our dynamic team in the United States. This role offers the opportunity to lead world-class research initiatives that drive technological advancements within our Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry Division (CMD). Your primary responsibility will be to coordinate the implementation of the CMD R&D roadmap, collaborating closely with our global R&D and Product Management leadership team and to identify, define and manage innovation projects that align with the Division's strategic goals. If you are ambitious and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment, this position is for you.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and guide pan-division and other significant technology projects, ensuring they align with and support the Division's strategic plan. Develop schedules for technology projects, track progress, and estimate costs in terms of expenses and human resources.
Lead technology projects across divisions by conducting research and managing the NPDI phases. Collaborate with Thermo Scientific technologists in CMD, external academic experts, and key customers.
Develop and maintain relationships with collaborators, both within and outside the organization, to drive innovative research agendas.
Identify and evaluate new research trends and technologies to determine their potential impact and applicability to our goals.
Represent Thermo Scientific at industry-leading forums and actively participate in strategic and standards committees to establish the direction for CMD Portfolio techniques.
Collaborate with budgeting for technology developments as part of the annual operating plan.
Identify, prioritize, and manage specific high-value application development activities through close collaboration with product teams.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in engineering, physical science, or chemistry or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred with emphasis on Chromatography or Mass Spectrometry.
Possess 8+ years of proven experience in the development and/or applications of techniques relevant to the products of CMD Portfolio and a track record of leading successful innovation projects.
Have customer-facing experience within a manufacturing or distribution business for laboratory analysis equipment and be comfortable in external environments.
Demonstrate efficiency in project management within internal environments.
A deep understanding of current trends and advancements in scientific research and technology.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and navigate complex challenges.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 25% of the time.
Join us in our mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Your expertise and dedication will help us compete at the highest levels and achieve our ambitious goals.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Illinois is $143,000.00-$175,000.00.
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
