Sr. Project Manager - Labs

ThermoFisher Scientific; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

Vision plan

120 hours PTO + holidays

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Labs to oversee a portfolio of client studies for our BioAnalytical Laboratory in Richmond, VA. This fully remote role welcomes applicants nationwide in the US and requires legal work authorization.

You will coordinate internal teams and clients, manage budgets and timelines, translate protocol language into operations, and drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic qualification.
• Approximately 5+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, training & experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and coordination of client portfolio with internal departments and external clients; negotiate and make real-time decisions with the client.
• Consult with laboratory management and technical staff to assist the client with project management.
• Ensure sponsors have authorized and signed off on documents; monitor budget, forecasts and revenue; handle contract modifications.
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, minutes and data transfer timelines.
• Serve as chief liaison between sponsor and internal departments; manage day-to-day project activities and resolve issues.
• Translate protocol language to internal systems and processes.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Presentation skills

Science/business acumen

Time management

Project management

Client relationship management

Confidentiality

Multi-level collaboration

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

This is a fully remote role supporting our BioAnalytical Laboratory in Richmond, VA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

The working shift for this role is Monday - Friday from ~8AM-5PM.

Join Us as a Senior Project Manager - Labs – Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation

The Senior Project Manager - Labs manages and has direct oversight for a portfolio of projects for key clients and is accountable for overall project/portfolio performance. Proactively identifies resources, budgets projects, prioritizes client's portfolio in line with site-wide portfolio of projects and is the primary operational interface between PPD and the client. Negotiates and makes real-time decisions with the client. Provides internal consultation on project management issues and identifies opportunities for process and efficiency improvement. Acts as chief liaison to the operational personnel of major clients and is responsible for large study programs.

We have successfully supported the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechs, spanning 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries in the last 5 years.

What You'll Do:

• Provides oversight and coordination of client portfolio. Provides oversight to internal departments and external clients to ensure the project requirements are understood, agreed and followed at all times, this requires negotiating and real-time decision making with the client. Facilitates the flow of information to all stakeholders (laboratory, sponsors, and non-technical personnel).

• Consults and utilizes, where appropriate, the scientific input of laboratory management and technical staff to assist the client with management of the project.

• Ensures sponsors have authorized and signed off on most recent versions of all documents and that a contract exists prior to delivering any services. Monitors budget, forecasts and recognizes revenue, and submits and follows up on contract modifications.

• Prepares and distributes meeting agendas and minutes and timelines for data transfers.

• During initial review of project documentation, consults with internal groups and support staff regarding procedural and budgetary items and the necessity for change due to any subsequent project documentation amendments. Obtains other functions' commitment to close gaps and address issues timely and effectively. Serves as chief liaison between sponsor and all PPD internal departments performing the required tasks during all project phases. Controls, manages and follows day-to-day activities during the course of the project to resolve any issues and answer queries.

• Understands protocol language and translates to internal systems and processes.

• Involved in cross-functional initiatives and process improvements

Education and Experience Requirement s:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.

Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills

• Strong science and/or business acumen

• Superior time management, planning, and organizational skills

• Demonstrated compliance with procedures and policies

• Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a stressful environment

• Extensive knowledge and experience in Project Management

• Strong client relationship management skills

• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality with client information and data

• Ability to work effectively with multi-level teams

• Ability to work in a fast-paced undefined environment

• Strong negotiation skills

Working Environment :

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

• Work is performed in an office environment, either in an on-site or remote capacity with exposure to electrical office equipment.

• Remote work environment should remain free of outside distractions. Occasional travel to site locations may be required.

• If working on-site:

• Rare exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.

• Rare exposure to skin and lung irritants, radiation, toxic materials and hazardous waste.

• Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves in designated areas

• Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions.

Why join us?

When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Virginia is $79,600.00–$104,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

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.