Project Manager – Data Management, Program Strategy and Development

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Frederick, MD

2d • $66,000 - $99,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a project coordinator within the Corporate Infrastructure & Security (CIS) – Strategy and Colleague Experience (SCE) organization, you will be responsible for leading initiatives focused on Data Management, Program Strategy, and Development. This role will drive consistent project delivery practices, governance, and standardized tracking mechanisms to ensure alignment across high-impact programs. You will provide structure, coordination, and clarity for multi-functional efforts, enabling technical and domain authorities to deliver high-value outcomes while maintaining a unified view of progress.

Requirements

• 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.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, Business, or related field. Equivalent experience accepted.

Nice To Haves

• Financial tracking and purchase order management experience a plus.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Project Management & Oversight 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.
• Reporting & Governance 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).
• Process Improvement 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.
• Collaboration & Engagement 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.
• Organizational Change & Enablement 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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees