Director of Research and Development

Thermo Fisher Scientific India Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific India Pvt Ltd invites an Executive-level Director of Research & Development to guide teams delivering advanced antibodies and related solutions. You will set strategic direction, oversee concept-to-commercialization programs, and lead a diverse group of scientists and engineers while ensuring scientific rigor and regulatory alignment.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, collaboration across functions, and the ability to influence global initiatives, with travel up to

Qualifications

• Advanced degree plus 6 years of experience in R&D in regulated industries, with 5+ years in leadership.
• Preferred fields: Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering.
• Additional certifications beneficial.
• Deep expertise in relevant technical domains (diagnostics, biologics, instrumentation).
• Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements (FDA, ISO, GMP).
• Experience managing complex projects, budgets and resources.
• Strong leadership abilities with team-building success.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D teams to develop advanced solutions from concept through commercialization.
• Establish strategic direction for R&D initiatives and cultivate scientific excellence.
• Oversee product development with cross-functional partners from concept to launch.
• Support and develop teams of scientists, engineers and technical experts.
• Maintain strong organizational connections to advance innovation and progress.

Education

Advanced Degree in Biology/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Engineering

Job description

Director, Research and Development, Antibodies Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION: As Director of Research & Development at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll guide teams developing advanced solutions that enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. You'll establish strategic direction for R&D initiatives while cultivating a culture of scientific excellence and collaboration. Working closely with cross-functional partners, you'll oversee product development from concept through commercialization, ensuring successful delivery of effective solutions. You'll support and develop teams of scientists, engineers and technical experts while maintaining strong connections across the organization to advance innovation and technological progress. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to scientific discovery through leadership of research programs and development of transformative products.

REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in R&D in regulated industries, with 5+ years in leadership roles
• Preferred Fields of Study: Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering
• Additional relevant certifications beneficial
• Demonstrated success delivering innovative products from concept through commercialization
• Deep expertise in relevant technical domains (e.g., diagnostics, biologics, instrumentation)
• Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements (FDA, ISO, GMP)
• Experience managing complex projects, budgets and resources
• Strong leadership abilities with demonstrated success building and developing teams
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate across functions
• Strategic mindset with strong business acumen
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally
• Experience managing matrix relationships and cross-functional teams
• Record of supporting innovation and continuous improvement
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
• Proficiency in English required; additional languages beneficial
• Experience with stage-gate product development processes

Experience Level Executive Level