Laboratory Automation Manager
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

At 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.

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:

Provides line-level management coordination of resources and work schedules for laboratory activities. Oversees daily operations and assists in preparation and implementation of company policies, quality systems and training programs. Ensures that projects are completed in a timely manner so that company revenues are met and clients are satisfied with the quality and turnaround time of work being performed. Ensures that laboratory staff continues to be developed to keep pace with department goals and growth.

A day in the life:

Manages all operational aspects within the laboratory in relation to automated platforms. Coordinates with PPD lab sites to streamline and unify automation efforts. Serves as a technical resource for different departments. Plans, directs, and implements improvements in systems, processes, and procedures for the unit to increase efficiency, productivity, and quality in the laboratory

• Manages and directs work responsibilities of staff to meet departmental key process improvements (KPIs) such as quality initiatives and turn around time (TAT)
• Oversees daily operations in the laboratory with respect to laboratory automation onboarding, deployment, training, and troubleshooting instrumentation
• Participates in client communications regarding project definitions and expectations, technical information exchanges, and discussions of project status as needed.
• Provides leadership and mentoring to junior-level automation team members in order to improve their technical expertise and scientific knowledge. May recommend candidates for hiring, termination; prepares and conducts performance appraisals and salary reviews, and applies company policies.
• Assists R&D management and Business Development in reviewing client proposals for technical feasibility and development options.
• Maintains and monitors accreditation and inspection standards, keeping the laboratory in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Hosts and facilitates regulatory inspections, audits (internal and external), assists the management in strategic planning, business development, and expansion initiatives.

Keys to Success:

Education and Experience:

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 10+ years) or equivalent and relevant combination of education, training, & experience

• 5+ years of laboratory automation experience (Hamilton, Tecan, etc.)
• 2+ years of leadership experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with laboratory automation (benchtop automation, automated liquid handlers, fully automated workcells, etc.) including (but not limited to) hardware troubleshooting, liquid class and labware design and development, implementation plan creation and execution, and automated instrument programming (Hamilton Venus, TECAN Fluent Control and/or Thermo Momentum preferred)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of separation science and general chemistry
  • Demonstrated understanding of GxP requirements, PPD & client SOPs, ICH guidelines, USP requirements and FDA guidance
  • Proven analytical problem solving abilities
  • Technical writing skills
  • Effective communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
  • Ability to train and mentor junior staff
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

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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