Thermo Fisher Scientific · 1 day ago
Associate Director, Project Management, Drug Development- FSP
North Carolina, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
10+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in scientific excellence, and they are seeking an Associate Director of Project Management to lead the operational delivery of global R&D projects. The role involves managing project budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams while ensuring quality and accuracy in reporting to senior stakeholders.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Work closely with project leader to define strategy and operational tactics
Responsible for the preparation and management of project budgets, sensitivities, resources, project timelines, project scope and all other project documentation
Accountable for the accuracy and quality of reports to senior stakeholders
Lead cross-functional development teams through tactical execution of project plans
Identify, manage and resolve project issues and mitigate risks
Ensure documentation of key team information, decisions, actions, modifications to scope, resources, timelines and milestones in project management systems is current
Identify and evaluate the critical path, scenarios and challenge assumptions to increase robustness of project plans
Monitor performance vs. plan (budget and timeline)
Coordinate program updates to Sr. Management
Provide coaching and mentorship to more junior members of the R&D Global Project Management Department
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 10+ years)
5+ years of management responsibility
Proven leadership skills
Comprehensive therapeutic area knowledge, clinical development guidelines and directives and regulatory guidelines
Expert knowledge of the key principles of cross functional project management (Time, Quality, Cost)
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills including the ability to lead, motivate and coordinate cross-functional project teams
Technical and systems competency, such as computer skills, to include effective use of systems and applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as organization systems (CTMS, Preclarus, Clarity)
Proven flexibility and ability to effectively prioritize workload and resources for project team members in a frequently changing environment
Skilled in process improvement and strategic development, especially as it applies to clinical trials, clinical development and project management
Ability to coach, mentor and lead global and/or cross-functional teams with a cultural awareness
Strong financial acumen with an in-depth of knowledge and practical application of budgeting, forecasting and resource management
Excellent customer service, consultation and relationship building skills
Advanced negotiation and marketing skills with ability to influence others and drive results
Excellent judgment, decision making and problem-solving skills and proven ability to apply critical and analytical strategic thinking skills to manage complex/ambiguous situations
Proactive, solutions oriented and skilled at risk identification and management
Strong executive presence and business acumen
Ability to identify and address training gaps for soft skill and technical development, including managing performance stewardship, metrics and retention
Proven ability to act as a change champion
Ability to collaborate and foster accountability in a learning environment
Ability to drive process improvement and strategic initiatives
Strong negotiation skills with ability to influence others and drive results
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey 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
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Daniella Cramp
Senior Vice President and President, Bioproduction Group
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