Technical Project Manager, Digital IT

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Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our digital and tech careers are a unique opportunity to apply your specialized skills and advanced experience in analytics, statistics, data science, programming, product management, information technology and more to drive our Mission of enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. It’s truly a career where your work makes a positive impact in our world. When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll make an impact inside and outside the company on work that matters. #TechWithPurpose

The PPD™ clinical research business of Thermo Fisher Scientific is a leading provider of global CRO solutions to customers in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government industries. Our Digital Solutions group is re-designing the clinical research model with purpose-built, CRO-owned technology integrated into every study. Our forward-thinking, AI-enabled solutions accelerate and optimize every phase of the clinical development journey.

Position Summary
The Technical Project Manager – Digital IT is responsible for leading the successful delivery of complex, cross-functional technology initiatives within Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Digital & IT organization.

This role manages the full project lifecycle — from initiation through execution, delivery, and closeout — across digital transformation, cloud, data analytics, infrastructure, and cybersecurity programs. The TPM ensures all projects are delivered on schedule, within scope and budget, and in compliance with Thermo Fisher’s global IT governance standards.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in technical project management, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to operate effectively within a matrixed, global, and regulated enterprise.

Key Responsibilities
Project Planning and Delivery

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of IT and digital projects supporting Thermo Fisher’s enterprise technology strategy.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, resources, and success metrics, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Manage delivery across domains including cloud infrastructure, data platforms, enterprise applications, and cybersecurity.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, RAID logs, and dashboards in accordance with PMO standards.
• Apply Thermo Fisher’s Digital IT governance, compliance, and validation frameworks to all project deliverables.

Execution and Oversight

• Drive daily execution with cross-functional teams of engineers, developers, and technical specialists.
• Oversee vendors and managed service providers to ensure timely, quality outcomes and adherence to SLAs.
• Manage risks and dependencies across multiple concurrent initiatives; implement mitigation and contingency plans.
• Support Agile and hybrid delivery models, facilitating sprints, retrospectives, and release planning as appropriate.

Governance, Compliance, and Reporting

• Ensure adherence to GxP, GDPR, HIPAA, and IT Quality Management (QMS) standards.
• Oversee project validation documentation, including IQ/OQ/PQ, change control, and audit readiness deliverables.
• Generate executive-level reports, performance metrics, and portfolio dashboards using Planview, Smartsheet, Power BI, or ServiceNow ITBM.

Stakeholder and Vendor Management

• Collaborate with business relationship managers, technical leads, and global IT partners.
• Engage with external vendors to support technology implementation and integration.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, translating complex technical information into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.

Skills and Competencies
Technical Expertise

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud technologies (Azure, AWS), data integration, and application ecosystems (SAP, Salesforce, Workday, ServiceNow).
• Familiarity with DevOps, Agile, and SDLC principles.
• Knowledge of data analytics platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, Power BI) and automation technologies (UiPath, Power Automate).

Project Management Skills

• Proven experience leading medium to large-scale IT or digital transformation projects.
• Proficiency in project portfolio tools (Planview, Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet).
• Strong analytical, financial management, and risk mitigation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives across geographies and time zones.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Proactive problem solver with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification.
• Previous IT Project Management or Digital Transformation experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 8 years’ experience)
• In some cases an equivalency, consisting of appropriate education, training, and/or directly related experience will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Certifications highly desirable:

• PMP, PRINCE2, or PMI-ACP
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or SAFe Practitioner
• ITIL Foundation or Cloud Certification (AWS/Azure)

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we are committed to fostering a healthy and harmonious workplace for our employees. We understand the importance of creating an environment that allows individuals to excel. Please see below for the required qualifications for this position, which also includes the possibility of equivalent experience:

• 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. 
• May require as-needed travel (0-20%). 

Location: Remote US based position. Relocation assistance is NOT provided.  

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
 
*Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.
 

The annual salary range estimated for this position in North Carolina is $120,000- $150,000 USD. 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