R&D Project Manager II
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Job Info

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Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll become a valued member of a team that shares your passion for exploration and discovery. With revenues exceeding $40 billion and the industry's biggest R&D investment, we offer abundant resources and opportunities for you to give significantly to the world.

Location/Division Specific Information

The Thermo Fisher Scientific site in Bend, Oregon has about 100 motivated employees who specialize in drug formulation development and manufacturing for early phase clinical trials. This site is part of the Pharma Services Group (PSG), which also includes drug substance manufacturing, clinical distribution, and commercial drug product launch. Bend, Oregon is a great community with around 100,000 residents and is known for its outdoor activities and quality of life.

How will you make an impact?

The Project Manager II facilitates communication between site customers and Thermo Fisher pharmaceutical development teams to meet project goals and timelines. They collaborate with functional departments to lead project needs and resources and ensure client satisfaction through proactive internal communication.

What will you do?

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 6-10 active projects from Early Development through GMP production and stability
• Proactively address project risks to prevent blocking issues with both internal partners and clients.
• Plan, monitor, and ensure completion of all activities outlined in approved quotes
• Manage client expectations efficiently with minimal assistance from Management
• Adhere to standards of PM practice with respect to client communications and meeting agenda/minutes
• Find potential opportunities for changes in scope and prepare promptly.
• Attain the expertise to make recommendations on drug development strategies pertaining to assigned projects
• Advocate for opportunities to improve performance of PM Department using PPI tools
• Support special projects and teams as assigned by management

How will you get here?

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a related field required; Science, Engineering, or Business is an asset.
• At least five (5) years of Pharmaceutical industry experience
• At least two (2) years of experience managing projects or clients
• Project management or business management welcomed

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Experience with Smartsheet SaaS preferred
• Exceptional abilities in conveying information effectively (both orally and in writing)
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices
• Ability to establish working relationships with clients and functional partners
• Well-organized, meticulous, and comfortable working on different projects simultaneously

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 125,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission-enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

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