[Remote] Senior Project Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Wisconsin, United States

Thermo Fisher Scientific Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Scientific InstrumentsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
  • 7 years of experience in project management
  • Expert in a variety of project management tools and software
  • Deep understanding of multiple project management methodologies and ability to tailor approaches to specific projects
  • Preferred: Experience in coordinating government bid lifecycles, handling tender projects, and drafting proposals for RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes
  • Preferred: Understanding of the Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Request for Proposals (RFPs)
  • Preferred: Certifications in Project Management such as PMP or comparable certification
  • Preferred: Certifications in Proposal Management (such as APMP, CPBP, or similar)
  • Strong communication skills, including optimal communication with all levels of the organization, executives, and external collaborators
  • Strong skills in collaborator management and negotiation
  • Leadership and decision-making skills, including providing strategic direction and supporting junior project managers
  • Advanced skills in risk management, including identifying, assessing, mitigating risks, and developing comprehensive risk management plans
  • Problem-solving skills for complex problems with a long-term perspective and ability to anticipate potential issues

Responsibilities

  • Lead and run multiple high-impact projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives
  • Coordinate all phases of the project lifecycle from start to finish
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, prioritization of resources, and risk management strategies
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with collaborators, customers, partners, and team members to ensure project requirements are clearly understood and met
  • Monitor project progress and performance, identifying and addressing any issues or roadblocks that may arise
  • Collaborate with senior management and other key collaborators by providing regular status updates and reports
  • Develop a collaborative team environment, promoting continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
  • Support and cultivate junior project managers and team members, granting support and opportunities for career development

Skills

Project Management
Project Lifecycle Management
Risk Management
Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Proposal Development
Stakeholder Communication
Resource Allocation
Timeline Management

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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