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Senior Program Manager - Biologics

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Senior Program Manager - Biologics

Grenchen, Switzerland

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Our distributed team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an outstanding combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

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Senior Program Manager (Biologics Manufacturing)

Location: Lengnau (Bern) - Switzerland / onsite

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You as Senior Program Manager, will be responsible for the management of several Contract Manufacturing and Development Organization projects.

Your responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver all stages of the project within a matrix organization supporting the introduction of new products for cGMP manufacturing, process validation and clinical and commercial supply programs.
  • Resolve project team issues and facilitate decision making within the team. Drive progress to completion to the required standard (both internally and with the customer).
  • Communicate regularly with the business, technical and customer teams. Track and report on critical program achievements. Handle progress, issues, and risks.
  • Track and handle the financial aspects of the project including achievement payments, pass through costs and FTE estimates to ensure that we are timely and on budget.

Your Qualifications:

  • BSc in a relevant scientific field. Higher education (Graduate degree, MBA) in Biological/Biotech is helpful.
  • Certification highly recommended (PMP, Six Sigma, or equivalent).
  • Experience in related industry (>10 years).
  • Experience in a project management role, preferably responsible for customer programs in a contract manufacturing organization with significant business impact (>5 years).
  • Familiarity with pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical product lifecycles and experience leading sophisticated, cross-functional programs is required.
  • Shown success using excellent technical, interpersonal and time management skills to deliver projects to meet all partner expectations.
  • Shown experience in project management including timeline & potentially budget management, communication plans, proactive risk prevention, action tracking and project plans.
  • Strong knowledge of GMP and good understanding of Process Development

We offer driven 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 an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

If you are a highly motivated self-starter who can assimilate new information quickly and enjoys working closely with others within a fast-paced environment and you have keen technical knowledge in biologics manufacturing along with traditional program management and leadership skills than apply now: http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Client-provided location(s): 2543 Lengnau, Switzerland
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01271290
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