Thermo Fisher Scientific · 1 month ago
Project Manager – Data Management, Program Strategy and Development
Frederick, Maryland, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$66K/yr - $99K/yr
0+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a leading company in the life sciences sector, and they are seeking a Project Manager focused on Data Management and Program Strategy. The role involves leading multi-functional projects, ensuring consistent project delivery, and collaborating with various teams to drive process improvements.
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Responsibilities
Lead multi-functional projects focused on Data Management, Program Strategy, Development, and colleague experience improvements
Develop and maintain coordinated project plans to ensure consistent execution across SCE initiatives
Apply standard project management frameworks and delivery methodologies within the SCE portfolio
Provide regular portfolio health, achievement, and progress updates to leadership
Collaborate with Group IT and Corporate PMO to ensure tools and methodologies align with enterprise standards (e.g., Planview EPPM, Jira, Monday.com, ServiceNow, DATASCAPE)
Identify inefficiencies and recommend process optimizations to enhance SCE project delivery
Serve as a key contact for inquiries, updates, and critical issues related to SCE and Data Management programs
Act as a liaison between strategy leaders, technical teams, and support functions to ensure clear communication and timely decision-making
Facilitate cross-group coordination and maintain transparency into active and upcoming initiatives
Support organizational change management and training for teams embracing new tools or processes under the SCE and Data Management umbrella
Assist in onboarding new team members and contributors into PM practices and tools
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, Business, or related field. Equivalent experience accepted
Minimum 0-2 years of experience in project management or program coordination roles, preferably in IT, Data, or Digital Transformation
Familiarity with Data Management, AI technologies, and digital transformation initiatives
Proven project management and organizational skills, with the ability to run multiple complex projects simultaneously
Experience working within matrixed, global organizations
Familiarity with project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid models)
Validated ability to establish governance and tracking practices in decentralized environments
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Planview EPPM, and collaboration tools such as Teams and SharePoint
Good interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills
Ability to translate strategic goals into actionable project plans and outcomes
Preferred
PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred
Financial tracking and purchase order management experience a plus
Benefits
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
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
The world leader in serving science To serve science, Thermo Fisher Scientific needs to stay ahead of it, we need to anticipate customer needs.
10001+ employees
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