Program Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Lengnau, Bern, Switzerland

Thermo Fisher Scientific Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

  • Master's degree in science/engineering or similar education
  • 7 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry, within CMC/technical development

  • 5 years in project management or related

  • Proficiency in project management methodologies, including managing project plans, schedules, and budgets
  • Understanding of the technical aspects relevant to the projects being managed
  • Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle
  • Leadership: Ability to inspire and motivate the team. Strong decision-making skills and confidence in leading the project
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, team members, and management
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and environments. Ability to handle unexpected challenges and changes effectively

Responsibilities

  • Manage programs allocated to the Lengnau site, guaranteeing that project achievements are met as per the plan/contract
  • Raise issues to site leadership and uphold effective communication with clients and program owners
  • Lead all aspects of Project Charters for each project, clearly defining objectives, timelines, communication channels, and meeting regimes
  • Act as a role model and main driver of the execution of the Project Charter, encouraging effective communication with clients, ThermoFisher senior management, Subject Matter Experts, and project teams
  • Maintain accurate financial records with the assistance of ThermoFisher’s financial team
  • Ensure timely invoicing to generate revenue for ThermoFisher
  • Communicate with the finance department to offer detailed financial reporting of the program internally
  • Provide extensive knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry to ensure safe product availability to patients
  • Ensure ThermoFisher’s Safety Standards are maintained throughout the project execution
  • Document program activities to meet regulatory authorities' mentorship and expectations
  • Maintain a strong network of Subject Matter Experts within the ThermoFisher team to bolster a range of skills

Skills

Project Management
Budget Control
Financial Reporting
Project Charters
Pharmaceutical Industry
CMC
Technical Development
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
Stakeholder Communication

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Provides life sciences products and services

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition in single-use bioprocessing may impact market share.
Sale of anatomical pathology business could create a temporary product gap.
Investment in miDiagnostics may face regulatory challenges affecting returns.

Differentiation

Thermo Fisher offers a comprehensive range of life sciences products and services.
Their well-known brands include Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Invitrogen.
They provide strong customer support and educational resources to optimize client workflows.

Upsides

Expansion of biologics production facility enhances capacity for precision biologics monitoring.
Investment in miDiagnostics aligns with demand for rapid diagnostic solutions in BioPharma.
Collaboration with Mainz Biomed positions them in the growing cancer detection market.

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