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Thermo Fisher Scientific · 1 day ago

Project/ Program Leader

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global organization committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. They are seeking a dynamic Project Leader to drive multiple projects within their Cell Culture Customized/Service Business Segment, interfacing between internal technical teams and prestigious customers including pharmaceutical and biotech companies.

BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Lead diverse and global projects from initiation to successful completion
Facilitate and guide internal and customer-facing project team meetings across cultures and geographies
Develop accountability within the team to ensure timely task completion
Handle and communicate project scope, schedule, resources, and finances to key interested parties
Implement effective risk management and issue resolution strategies
Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and maintain crucial project documentation
Spearhead external collaboration initiatives
Engage and communicate with stakeholders and leadership to keep the project aligned with their goals
Apply project management tools (e.g., MS Project) to maintain accurate project schedules and resource allocation

Qualification

PMP CertificationContinuous Improvement PrinciplesProject ManagementScientific DegreeMS Office ProficiencyPlanning AbilitiesInterpersonal SkillsConflict ResolutionWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field (e.g., bioproduction, biochemistry, chemical engineering, biotechnology, biology, or chemistry)
3-5 years of project management experience, preferably in product development
PMP or equivalent certification is beneficial
Proficiency and knowledge of continuous improvement principles such as PPI 8-Step Problem Solving Process or equivalent is beneficial
Strong organizational and planning abilities
Excellent interpersonal and meeting facilitation skills
Demonstrated ability to navigate and resolve conflicts in a team environment
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English
Proficiency in MS Office suite, including Excel, Project, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience leading teams in a design control and change management environment is a plus
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Benefits

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

Company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.

H1B Sponsorship

Thermo Fisher Scientific has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (272)
2024 (224)
2023 (233)
2022 (342)
2021 (315)
2020 (227)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$15.97B
Key Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B

Leadership Team

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Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Daniella Cramp
Senior Vice President and President, Bioproduction Group
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