Strategic Programs Lead, Life Sciences

ThermoFisher Scientific; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a program leader to coordinate multi-disciplinary programs in life sciences, driving projects from concept to delivery with quality and on time. You will align cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure programs meet strategic objectives across the organization.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree with 6+ years in technical program management, with PMP preferred, and strong communication to executives.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree plus 6+ years in technical program management in life sciences.
• PMI PMP certification or equivalent preferred.
• Experience leading cross-functional product development projects end-to-end.
• Knowledge of Agile and Stage-Gate methodologies.
• Ability to communicate with executive audiences.
• Ability to influence within a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-project programs and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Identify and mitigate risks and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Balance strategic objectives with execution capabilities.

Skills

PM leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Executive communication

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Agile methodologies

Stage-Gate

Project coordination

Travel readiness

Education

Advanced Degree in a technical field

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Physics/Chemistry/Life Sciences

Tools

Smartsheets

MySupply

Excel

Job description

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a program leader to coordinate multi-disciplinary programs in life sciences, driving projects from concept to delivery with quality and on time. You will align cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure programs meet strategic objectives across the organization.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree with 6+ years in technical program management, with PMP preferred, and strong communication to executives.