Thermo Fisher Scientific

Project Design Manager, Central Labs

Thermo Fisher Scientific$88K — $105K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Kentucky, US
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant qualification
  • 2+ years of experience in a related field
  • Familiarity with Clinical Trial Database in a Central Laboratory setting preferred
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage conflicting deadlines
  • Effective project management and communication abilities

Responsibilities

  • Reviews clinical trial protocols and interprets Central Lab responsibilities
  • Advises Project Managers on budgetary and procedural adjustments
  • Configures Collection Flow Charts based on protocol requirements
  • Develops Kit Specifications aligned with study parameters
  • Creates sample labels as per client specifications
  • Participates in meetings to support laboratory specifications discussions
  • Collaborates with teams to ensure database design meets internal and client standards
  • Supports development and implementation of database design modifications

Benefits

  • Fully remote work environment
  • Flexible work schedule (Mon-Fri)
  • Support for employee health and wellbeing
  • Opportunity for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative company culture
Full Job Description
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

This is a fully remote role supporting our Global Central Laboratories. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Discover Impactful Work:

The Project Design Manager independently reviews clinical trial protocols and interprets Central Lab responsibilities based on protocol definitions and budgeted services. In this position you will advise Project Managers on procedural and budgetary items and the necessity for change due to database configuration requirements.

This role supports the Project Manager in the review of draft laboratory specifications document for consistency with protocol and budgeted requirements; provides feedback to the Project Manager regarding budget and/or protocol discrepancies, system design requirements, and/or concerns. The ability to work on a team, as well as independently, while maintaining clear communication and attention to detail is key to this role!

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensures consistency of database design across sponsors and/or programs.
  • Configures Collection Flow Chart (CFC) based on protocol testing requirements, assay volumes, testing location, sample stability, and frequency of testing. Determines appropriate testing to sample allocation based on testing schedule, processing instructions, sample disposition, and third-party lab requirements.
  • Configures Kit Specifications based on protocol testing requirements, assay volumes, testing schedule, testing location, sample stability, testing frequency, study population, assay platform, total allowable blood volume, sponsor/program requirements, as well as determining ancillary supply requirements based on matrices, time points, study population, and collection device requirements.
  • Configures sample labels based on client needs and collection requirements.
  • Attends internal and external meetings and teleconferences; provides Project Manager support during laboratory specifications development discussions with client.
  • Works cross-departmentally to ensure study database design meets client needs, as well as internal requirements.
  • Seeks input and guidance from project design leads and managers when necessary.
  • Under general supervision and guidance from project design leads and managers, builds study database and creates study deliverables within the timelines established by the team and indicated by the contract.
  • Supports Project Management group with the development and implementation of study database design modifications.
  • Performs database modifications based on client requirements; updates CFC, Kit Specifications, and sample labels, as appropriate, based on database modifications.
  • Monitors assignments and adjusts priorities and work schedule to meet deadlines and provide high quality deliverables.
  • Completes additional tasks as needed to support project, client, and departmental objectives.
  • Understands and follows department's working practice documents and SOPs, and contributes to their development as needed, as well as understands and follows appropriate corporate SOPs.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
  • Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years).


In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Familiarity with Clinical Trial Database within Central Laboratory environment strongly preferred
  • Good organizational skills with the ability to adapt and adjust to changing priorities and to manage multiple assignments with challenging/conflicting deadlines
  • Effective project management and organizational skills
  • Good computer skills
  • General knowledge of clinical trial processes and programs
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to effectively conduct oral presentations
  • Demonstrated experience in identification and resolution of technical problems in a professional environment
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality with clinical teams
  • Ability to attain, maintain and apply a working knowledge of applicable procedural documents
  • Demonstrated positive attitude, enthusiasm toward work, and the ability to work well with others

Work Environment

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
  • Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
  • Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours.
  • Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
  • Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
  • May require travel. (Recruiter will provide more details.)


If you're ready to lead complex clinical laboratory projects and make a measurable impact, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and help deliver tomorrow's breakthroughs.

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Industry
Net Income
$6.3 billion
Founded
1956
5 Year Trend
+16.5%
Revenue
$32.2 billion
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