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Job DescriptionAt Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on - now and in the future. Location/Division Specific Information Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations. Discover Impactful Work: The Executive Director will be responsible for the strategic and operational direction of a cutting edge bioanalytical laboratory. This leader will have a very high visibility role and have the opportunity to quickly implement practices that will streamline the business and increase revenue, while having a tremendous amount of support to do so. A background or experience in the Bioanalytical and CRO space, particularly Immunochemistry or Vaccines, are ideal. A day in the Life: The Executive Director will lead the continuing and rapid growth of laboratory operations by integrating operational processes, business development, R&D and QA functions. Key responsibilities include: - Direct the development of new programs, and streamline current ones, for revenue enhancement / cost expense reduction, including post-evaluation of new implementations for effectiveness. - Support business development in obtaining new clients and maintaining strong existing relationships. - Maximize operating profit by leveraging lab resources, space allocation, and managing capital equipment, scientific instrumentation and staff management. - Set operating standards and goals, as well as forecast and establish operating budgets. - Develop forecasts maximizing operating profit. - This position will include up to 30% travel. #PPDLABS #LI-33456501TG1 #SponCRG Education - BS degree in the life sciences; Advanced degree preferred. - Approximately 15+ years previous experience leading multi-departmental clinical or analytical laboratories and developing and executing protocols or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. - Advanced leadership skills, including approximately 10+ years of management responsibility. - Expert business knowledge with a comprehensive understanding of the organization and functional areas. - Understanding of Vaccine Sciences strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities We are looking for an accomplished laboratory operations leader with a solid technical laboratory background, as well as a proven and creative approach to problem-solving within the laboratory operations space. To be successful in this role, you'll require: - In-depth knowledge of laboratory operations in pharmaceutical and biotech industries. - Proficient in analytical, bioanalytical or clinical chemistry platforms andmethodologies. - Comprehensive knowledge of bioanalytical laboratory science, GxP, FDA and European regulations concerning relevant lab processes in drug development, method development, method validation, R&D, sample testing and data processing. - Expertise in budgeting, forecasting and fiscal management. - Demonstrated strategic planning skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively lead and participate in activities including: - Business development meetings and engagements, including presenting and highlighting capabilities and solutions to key clients. - Regulatory Audit responses. - Preparation and presentation of budgets and forecasts to senior and executive management. - Comprehensive global and cultural awareness. - Exposure and experience in mergers and acquisitions, as well as integrating business units with the ability to add value to the overall portfolio. - Strong organizational agility and demonstrated drive for results. - Track record of building strong peer relationships and developing effective teams. - Excellent coaching and mentoring skills. - Effective marketing and negotiation abilities. Physical Requirements / 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 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. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued. Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. 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