Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

Sr Manager, Chemistry

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we are committed to making a significant difference in the world. As a leader in the Life Sciences sector, we partner with world-leading pharmaceutical, biotech companies, and academic/hospital clinical centers, providing essential technologies and tools for biomarker discovery and in vitro diagnostics. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced R&D Senior Manager to join our Particle Technology R&D team in Norway.

Position Summary

As an R&D Senior Manager, Chemistry, you will play a crucial role in driving innovation and identifying novel approaches to drive development and execution of new ideas. You will be part of the Norway R&D Leadership Team, and you will be leading and inspiring a team of 11-12 scientists, fostering a culture of collaboration, growth mindsets, and trust.

• Encourage creative problem-solving and exploration of new technologies
• Drive strategic cross-divisional/group projects and initiatives
• Develop and cultivate interaction with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)
• Develop and implement projects aimed at creating innovative products focusing on innovation and execution
• Lead our technical and patent landscape expansion
• Lead and mentor a team of scientists, aligning their work with department plans and business priorities
• Drive the development and implementation of effective working processes, continuously focusing on removing execution barriers
• Prioritise and plan projects, including project timelines, technology requirements, potential risks, and financial considerations.

• PhD + 4 years with a consistent track record of an academic career within the area of Chemistry preferably polymer/particle technology and/or synthetic organic chemistry.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on people management, goal setting, and building successful teams
• Previous experience from relevant industries is preferred
• Experience from Life Sciences workflows and applications is an advantage (e.g proteomic, genomics, synthetic biology etc)

• Individuals with a strong scientific background within Chemistry, and are passionate about conducting scientific research with a clear goal of translating their findings into tangible products and solutions that can positively impact society and make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
• Goal-oriented people leaders who can successfully coordinate and focus the work of a complementary team towards department and company goals
• Network builders who can cultivate connections with other teams and divisions, facilitating cross-functional collaboration
• Skilled communicators who can accurately interpret and convey information to different individuals, including senior management and their teams.
• High-energy individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and can re-prioritize tasks based on business needs
• Structured and accountable individuals who work with a sense of urgency and take ownership of tasks until completion
• Talent developers who prioritize the growth and development of their team members through mentoring and constructive feedback

• Excellent development opportunities in a strong, growing company
• A skilled, engaged and committed team
• A strong Management Team plus great peer network opportunities
• A range of employee benefits such as modern facilities, cabins, health insurance, and canteen
• Annual bonus and competitive salary