Project Manager II - Labs

About the Role

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Project Manager II in our expanding Athlone, Ireland site within the PPD Laboratory Services team. This role contributes directly to advancing patient health by overseeing GMP analytical service projects. You'll support project performance with a focus on financial management and client communication, ensuring quality and accuracy for impactful scientific outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate study initiation activities.
• Interpret protocol requirements and integrate them into internal processes and systems.
• Prepare for and lead internal meetings; participate in external meetings as needed.
• Organize stability study launches and manage sample testing schedules.
• Monitor and manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure success.
• Comply with contract terms and assist in contract management processes.
• Handle project setup and financial oversight including projections, forecasting, and revenue recognition for various billing models while ensuring adherence to client budgets and resource utilization targets.
• Advance internal and external communications, starting with financial coordination and progressing to broader client interactions.
• Support client relationship management by documenting meeting minutes and actions.
• Manage study documentation, testing directives, and distribution of data and reports.
• Assist with fee-for-service and hourly contract reviews.
• Provide training guidance to Program Manager I team members.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to improve processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Science, preferably Chemistry or Biochemistry.
• At least three years of project management experience in a laboratory, CRO, contract lab, or clinical environment.
• Experience working within a GMP laboratory or analytical lab setting.
• Proven ability to manage communications with both internal and external stakeholders effectively.

Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of BioPharma products and testing processes is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills with clients.
• Experience in using project Key Performance Indicators and metrics.
• Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with enterprise applications and office software.
• Solid analytical abilities.
• Commitment to compliance with established procedures and policies.
• Ability to multitask efficiently under pressure.
• In-depth understanding of project management practices in GMP lab contexts.
• Leadership skills in client relationship management.
• Capability to collaborate effectively across multi-level teams.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Comfortable communicating effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to remain stationary or stand for typical work hours.
• Capable of lifting and moving objects up to 25 pounds.
• Adaptable to non-traditional work environments.
• Proficient in using standard office equipment and technology.
• Potential exposure to hazardous substances typical of healthcare or laboratory settings.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple priorities.

Additional Information

Work schedule is standard Monday to Friday. Adherence to GMP safety standards is mandatory. The company fosters a diverse environment with a mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Applications from outside Ireland are welcome; immigration and visa support will be provided, though relocation costs are borne by applicants.