Project Manager II

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Frederick, MD

11h • Onsite

About The Position

About Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $50 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. Location : On-site Frederick, MD. 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. Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager to support the development and management of external partnerships, with a focus on scientific innovation and emerging technologies. Based in the Office of the Chief Scientific Officer, this role will help identify, coordinate, and execute collaborations with external partners including startups, academic institutions, and industry leaders. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, a strong communicator, and curious about innovation in the life sciences. The Project Manager will work cross-functionally to help drive partnership initiatives from concept through execution, ensuring alignment, timely delivery, and effective communication across internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (business, communications, marketing, life sciences, or related field preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Basic understanding of project management principles (e.g., timelines, milestones, stakeholder coordination)
• Interest in scientific innovation, emerging technologies, or life sciences industry trends
• Ability to learn and communicate complex scientific or technical concepts at a high level
• Interest in partnerships, business development, or relationship management

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, or similar) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and researching potential external partners
• Support outreach efforts, including drafting emails and coordinating communications
• Help maintain and track partnership pipelines, contacts, and activities
• Coordinate meetings, calls, and follow-ups with external stakeholders
• Prepare materials such as presentations, reports, and partnership summaries
• Support project management of partnership initiatives, including tracking timelines, milestones, and deliverables
• Coordinate cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., marketing, operations, legal) to ensure timely execution and delivery of partnership activities
• Monitor project progress, flag risks or delays, and help drive alignment across stakeholders
• Assist in developing project plans, status updates, and internal reporting for partnership programs
• Monitor and report on partnership performance and engagement
• Provide general administrative support for partnership programs

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration
• Annual incentive plan bonus scheme
• Healthcare
• Company 401k
• A range of employee 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
• Short- and long-term disability
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level