Project Manager, Central Labs

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global organization at the forefront of clinical research and laboratory science. They are seeking a Project Manager, Central Labs to lead and coordinate central laboratory activities across clinical trial programs, requiring strong operational oversight and client engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary project management lead for assigned clinical trials, including complex, multi-faceted studies
• Act as the main point of contact for internal laboratory functions and external clients
• Independently identify, manage, and mitigate study-level risks; escalate cross-functional or significant issues as needed
• Lead study start-up activities including protocol and amendment review, milestone planning, risk assessments, and budget oversight
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across laboratory operations, logistics, data management, quality, IT, and external vendors to ensure seamless execution
• Manage study timelines, deliverables, interdependencies, and performance metrics to ensure on-time and high-quality data delivery
• Maintain accurate project documentation in alignment with SOPs and project management standards
• Monitor scope, timelines, and financial performance throughout the study lifecycle
• Support financial oversight including forecasting, budget tracking, burn analysis, and invoice approvals
• Prepares for and facilitates internal and client-facing meetings, ensuring clear agendas, documented decisions, and actionable follow-ups
• Balance multiple concurrent studies while maintaining compliance, quality, and operational excellence
• Support departmental and client objectives through additional project-related responsibilities as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification)
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0+ years') or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience for Labs Project Manager I
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 3+ years') or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience for Labs Project Manager II
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 7+ years') or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience for Labs Project Manager III
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex studies in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
• Strong project management competencies including planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder communication
• Solid understanding of clinical trial processes and central laboratory operations
• Analytical and solution-oriented mindset with sound decision-making capability
• Proficiency in project management tools, internal systems, and standard business software
• Ability to interpret and apply SOPs, work instructions, and regulatory requirements
• Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills
• High degree of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential clinical and business information
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
• 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
• Previous experience in dedicated project manager role supporting central laboratory strongly preferred