Sr Program Manager, Research & Development

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

JOB DESCRIPTION

Do you have a passion for innovative ideas and groundbreaking discoveries? With over $1 billion invested annually in R&D, you’ll help solve some of the world’s toughest challenges, from giving cancer patients hope, ensuring safe drinking water and helping law enforcement address cases through forensics. We empower our teams to put science into meaningful action and give our R&D colleagues the autonomy, resources and tools they need to take science a step beyond.
When you are part of the team you’ll do meaningful work, that makes a positive impact on a global scale! Join 100,000 colleagues who bring our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. You’ll find the resources here to achieve your career goals by developing solutions for our customers. This includes protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe, and helping find cures for cancer.
Team:
MSD/R&D is the Research and Development organization for Electron Microscopes. We are committed to develop innovative technologies that enable our company to deliver top notch microscopes for our demanding markets and customers.
The Strategy & Operations team plays a pivotal role in shaping our strategic direction. We focus on establishing efficient processes for product development, portfolio management, and continuous improvement. Our aim is to ensure successful realization of our project portfolio by providing reliable data for informed business decisions. Additionally, we foster strategic partnerships with external development partners to deliver innovative solutions within designated timelines.
Position:
The expansion of our team has created an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Senior Program Manager R&D. We are seeking an individual who is passionate about driving pivotal initiatives and achieving key outcomes, shaping development partnering strategies for key modules and suppliers and has a strong inclination towards implementing process improvements and leading change.
Responsibilities of the position within the MSD/R&D team include:
Owning the implementation of key initiatives based on the yearly strategic update.
Collaborating with other departments to develop effective development partnering strategies.
Taking ownership of developing and enhancing crucial R&D processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
Serving as the focal point for sustainability within R&D, shaping and coordinating the R&D program and collaborating with business units and Corporate Departments.
In this role, you will be an integral part of a hard-working team that constantly strives to exceed expectations. Reporting directly to the Senior Director R&D, you will make a significant impact and contribute to the growth and success of MSD.
Qualifications:

To be qualified for this position, candidates should have:

• A MSc degree in Physics, Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in product development.
• Experience in setting up product development partnerships with suppliers.
• Experience with design for sustainability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong project management skills with exceptional organizational abilities.
• Effective influencing and customer management skills.
• Experience in optimally driving improvements and change.
• A growth mindset, continuously seeking opportunities for learning and development.

Traveling internationally, if required, for less than 25% of the time.
The position is based in either Eindhoven (NL) or Brno (CZ).
Joining MSD/R&D offers ample opportunities to further develop your career due to our rapid growth and commitment to innovation.
Are you dynamic and ambitious professional seeking to contribute to innovative technology and make a difference in the world of Electron Microscopy? Then we encourage you to apply for this exciting role. Join our team of dedicated individuals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of science and delivering exceptional products to our customers.
Personal:
Diversity in our teams is an important element to build an effective and challenging working environment. Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement are key characteristics that we expect of all that are part of our community.
Anyone that is already challenged by this position or first wants to know more about it is highly encouraged to respond to this vacancy. This will enable us and you to find out whether you might be the colleague that we are looking for and providing you the opportunity to grow and develop yourself with your contribution to serve our customers.
Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. A one team of 100,000+ colleagues, working together to accelerate research, tackle complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Accessibility/Disability Access

Job Seekers with a Disability: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service requiring accommodations in the job application process. For example, this may include individuals requiring assistance because of hearing, vision, mobility, or cognitive impairments. If you are a job seeker with a disability, or assisting a disabled person, and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation, please submit a request by telephone at 1-855-471-2255*. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the application process.

• This telephone line is reserved solely for applicants with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as not being able to get into the career website, following up on an application, or other non-disability related technical issues will not receive a response.

Please refer the Job description for details