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Medical Director of Labs

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Medical Director of Labs

Brussels, Belgium

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on - now and in the future.

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Summarized Purpose:

Leads the growth of laboratory operations by integrating operational processes, business development, research & development and quality assurance functions. Sets operating standards, forecasts and establishes operating budgets. Provides medical consultation, client support and resolution. Principle Investigator over in-house review board studies.

Key responsibilities:

  • Provides medical consultation, client support and resolution.
  • Principle Investigator over in-house review board studies.
  • Provides operational leadership to laboratory services. Integrates operational processes, business development, research & development and quality assurance functions for optimal performance within the labs.
  • Supports Business Development in obtaining new customers and maintaining relationships.
  • Performs financial reviews, establishes operating budget and develops forecasts maximizing operating profit. Provides business updates to senior leadership.
  • Sets operational standards/goals and directs the implementation of laboratory goals and policies. Oversees resource allocation including space, capital equipment, scientific instrumentation and staff.
  • Performs administrative responsibilities including personnel development, writing SOPs and PDs.
  • Oversees the quality assurance and quality control aspects of the lab to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Keys to Success

Education and Experience:

  • PhD, MD or DrPh required
  • Previous experience in leading multi-department clinical or analytical laboratories and developing and executing protocols (comparable to 15+years)
  • Advanced leadership skills to include 10+ years of management responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • In-depth knowledge of laboratory operations for pharmaceutical and biotech industries
  • Proficient in analytical, bioanalytical or clinical chemistry platforms and methodologies
  • In-depth knowledge of laboratory science, GxP, FDA and European regulations concerning relevant lab processes in drug development, method development, method validation, R&D, sample testing and data processing
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to participate in business development activities, present capabilities and solutions to clients, respond to regulatory audits, prepare and present budgets/forecasts to senior management
  • Expertise in budgeting, forecasting and fiscal management
  • Proven strategic planning skills
  • In-depth global and cultural awareness
  • Strong organizational agility and demonstrated drive for results
  • Track record of building peer relationships and developing effective teams • Excellent coaching and mentoring skills
  • Detailed and process oriented, logical, but creative approach to problem solving
  • Excellent marketing and negotiation skills

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Client-provided location(s): Zaventem, Belgium
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01289249
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program