Director, R&D

ThermoFisher Scientific • Pleasanton, CA • 21h ago

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

We are excited to offer an outstanding opportunity to join our outstanding team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Director, R&D in Pleasanton, CA.

Position Description

The Pharma Analytics business unit focuses on developing products for QC release of biopharmaceuticals across the bioproduction workflow through applying different analytical technologies. The Director, R&D will drive the innovation strategy and roadmap development, lead and develop the R&D teams involved in early research, NPI projects, and application development. Actively identifies and drives development of internal and external technology platforms which add to the BU's capabilities.

Education:

PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific subject area (e.g., Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field)

Experience:

15+ years of industry experience in biopharmaceutical R&D, especially in analytical technologies for bioproduction or quality control

10+ years in R&D leadership, including experience managing multi-disciplinary, multi-layered scientific teams, developing analytical products

Proven experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) processes and technology platform development

Experience in portfolio management (including scope, cost, schedule, and risk)

Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally (Product, Project Management and Operations)

Previous involvement with external partnerships (commercial or academic)

Track record of scientific communication (e.g., conferences, publications, talks)

Responsibilities

Direct management responsibility for all research and product development activities for the Pharma-analytics BU

Develops the longer-term Innovation Roadmap

Manages and prioritizes the R&D portfolio, including schedules, scope, cost, and risk associated with the full portfolio

Works collaboratively with internal BU functions, such as Product Management, PMO, and Operations to craft and implement R&D strategies and planning

Represents PA to other sites and divisions for cross-site collaborations and projects

Identifies and represents PA externally to commercial or academic partners

Works with and actively scouts for external partners, customers, and scientific experts to explore areas of new content and new technologies

Supports other departments such as manufacturing, technical support, and quality by providing scientific mentorship and assignment of resources to assist in troubleshooting

Attends scientific/management conferences and represents business unit through talks, tutorials, and publications

Leads a multi-layered organization of internal resources, external resources, and partnerships

Skills and Proficiencies:

Strong critical thinking and innovative leadership

Ability to manage and develop scientific talent

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Familiarity with regulatory and quality requirements in biopharma production and analytics

Strong organizational and decision-making skills

At Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value the strengths and perspectives that each individual brings to our team. We aim to provide reasonable accommodations and adjustments to applicants and employees with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. If you need any accommodations or adjustments during the application process or throughout your employment, please let us know.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $192,100.00-$275,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

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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