Thermo Fisher ScientificSenior R&D Project Manager
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Job Description
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead complex product development programs within our Chemical Analysis Division (CAD). Our instruments support critical applications across Safety & Security, Environmental, Food Safety, Energy, Mining, Life Sciences Manufacturing, and Recycling — and are used both in the field and directly on production lines where reliability and performance truly matter.
This role is ideal for a strong program leader with a background in R&D and software-driven product development who enjoys working in a global, matrixed environment. You will play a key role in bringing innovative analytical instrumentation solutions from concept through commercialization, ensuring high-quality delivery across software, hardware, and systems integration.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams within the PPA Business Unit and across the broader organization to deliver robust, customer-focused solutions to market.
What You Will Do
Lead end-to-end product development programs from concept through commercialization, with primary accountability for software delivery and full-system integration across hardware, firmware, and services.
Build and drive execution plans covering scope, schedule, cost, risks, resources, and quality to ensure on-time, high-quality releases.
Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Systems, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, Marketing, Sourcing, and Service teams to ensure technical alignment and seamless product realization.
Oversee software development execution, leveraging Waterfall methodologies with familiarity in Agile/Scrum frameworks to deliver predictable, reliable releases.
Manage scope, change, and risk through structured governance, proactively mitigating issues and maintaining program momentum.
Align stakeholders and communicate clearly through data-driven updates, executive reporting, and transparent decision-making.
Ensure launch readiness by coordinating manufacturing transfer, service enablement, documentation, and lifecycle support activities.
What We’re Looking For
Experience
5+ years of project or program management experience
Experience leading multiple cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization
Background in R&D and product development environments
Experience managing software-focused development programs
Skills & Capabilities
Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Proven ability to deliver complex projects on time
Strong risk management and problem-solving skills
Experience managing scope, change control, and cross-functional dependencies
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (MS Project, Teams, Excel)
Education
Bachelor’s degree required
Advanced degree and/or PMP certification preferred