Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental ConditionsSome degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job DescriptionThis is a fully onsite role based at our GMP Laboratory in Greenfield, IN . We welcome applicants from all locations within the U.S.
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.
Role OverviewIn this role you would lead a segment of the Biopharmaceutical laboratory, overseeing group leaders and their teams to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of analytical services. The Senior Manager is responsible for driving operational performance, building a high-trust team environment, and implementing process improvements to scale the business.
In addition to lab operations, this role owns resource planning, financial tracking, and client delivery, partnering cross-functionally to support growth and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:- Partner with clients and business development to shape project scope, develop proposals, and drive successful outcomes, including ownership of pricing strategy, timelines, and contract negotiations.
- Lead and develop group leaders and their teams, setting priorities, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring alignment to operational and business goals.
- Ensure high-quality, compliant data delivery by overseeing technical review processes, leading investigations and deviations, and acting as a key leader during client and regulatory audits.
- Own and manage financial performance, including revenue forecasting, resource utilization, and project profitability to drive informed business decisions.
- Provide oversight of study execution and technical documentation, ensuring alignment with client expectations, regulatory standards, and operational timelines.
- Contribute to business growth and market presence by supporting technical sales efforts, developing materials, and representing the organization at industry conferences.
- Partner with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives, including capacity planning, capability expansion, and long-term business growth.
- Lead the development and evolution of operational processes and quality systems, driving continuous improvement while ensuring compliance in a regulated environment.
Qualifications- 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 10+ years) or equivalent and relevant combination of education, training, & experience.
- 5+ years of management responsibility
- Proven leadership skills
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, Abilities:- Full understanding of GxP regulatory environments (FDA, ICH) and ability to operate effectively within a regulated laboratory setting
- Experience managing operations, resources, and team performance
- Demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Project and time management skills
- Ability to implement quality systems and process improvements
- Ability to provide guidance to clients on analytical issues and regulatory requirements
- Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and fiscal management
- Demonstrated strategic planning skills
- Strong organizational agility and demonstrated drive for results.
Work EnvironmentThermo 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 and/or standing for typical working hours.
- Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
- Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
- Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
- May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
- Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
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