Sr. Project Manager

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location/Division Specific Information: 7305 Executive Way, Frederick Maryland or 5781 Van Allen Way Carlsbad, California

GROUP/DIVISION SUMMARY

This Project Management Position is part of the Clinical Next Generation Sequencing Division (CSD) which supplies “sample to answer” instrument, software and reagent solutions; has the leading position in research markets; and is the market leader in targeted sequencing and clinical Next- Generation Sequencing.

EDUCATION:

• Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in scientific field with equivalent experience, Project Management, or Business Management highly preferred, or equivalent work experience acceptable.

EXPERIENCE:

• 8+ years of related experience, preferably in an operations-focused environment
• proven experience applying project management software tools (MS Project, Miro, Jira)
• Experience in delivery of successful enterprise-wide projects
• Must have comprehensive understanding of Document Control Practices (Agile or Equivalent)
• Prior experience leading FMEA and associated Risk Analysis a plus
• Competency in Agile, Scrum methodologies, Tier Management
• Experience working in an IVD/Medical Device/Biotech/Food industry a plus
• Six-Sigma/PMP/CPIM certification a plus
• Proven track record at shared-services environment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Proficient with MS Office, in particular Project, Teams, and Excel
• Strong attention to detail, interpersonal and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and excellent documentation skills are a must
• The ability to interact professionally with a diverse group: executives, managers, and subject matter experts
• Ability to balance the long-term (“big picture”) and short-term implications of individual decisions
• Excellent critical thinking, crisis management, and decision-making skills required
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, patient, with a passion for learning and always aiming for continuous improvement
• Proven conflict resolution skills
• Proven track record to lead matrixed team of professional to complete projects on time

• Lead the detailed planning and management of operations activities in various projects through to completion. Ensuring key requirements and achievements are met; applying thorough risk management practices, continuous improvement tools and prioritization of resources.
• Recognize and call out gaps, challenges and inefficiencies that may redefine the success of a project as appropriate
• Follow Project Management Framework and corporate processes to implement projects ensuring compliance with all results and stage gate reviews
• Deliver the assigned projects to successful conclusion (on time, on budget, and in scope)
• Ensure appropriate tools and techniques are available and employed by the project teams to enable them to meet their assigned objectives successfully
• Identify program risks, assess impact, and complete subsequent mitigation plans
• Develop standard methodologies and tools for project execution and management
• Work with Operations PM Team to solidify and adhere to process for prioritizing and subsequently resourcing projects as needed