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Biotech Portfolio Lead Sr. Director - US- Central Region

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Morrisville, NC, USA
Posted on Oct 29, 2025

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Biotech Portfolio Lead, Senior Director to join our dynamic team. As a Biotech Portfolio Lead you will have the unique opportunity to provide strategic direction across all therapeutic areas and other divisions within our organization. You will play a crucial role in ensuring a customized biotech delivery model that is most effective for our portfolio of clients.

Candidates must reside in the East Coast, Central or MST Region

Responsibilities:

  • Partner globally with other groups to develop new business and deliver existing business, achieving overall financial goals and ensuring timely execution of clinical trials and other services.
  • Develop excellent working relationships with internal colleagues and leaders responsible for project delivery, improving information exchange and project understanding.
  • Provide ongoing consultancy, coaching, and feedback to improve the overall understanding of clients and the ability to deliver to their expectations.
  • Assist in business development activities, representing PPD Biotech team . at bid defenses and contributing to the advancement of our vision.
  • Collaborate with the Biotech leadership team and other senior colleagues to oversee operational performance, resourcing, financial health/strategy, and business planning and execution.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for customers, providing support and addressing operational issues.
  • Represent Operations at the governance level and contribute to the compilation of goals and business plan objectives for strategic partnerships.

Requirements:

  • Equivalent experience and relevant formal academic/vocational qualification are accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
  • 15+ years of previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze financial data and make informed decisions.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships in a matrix organization.
  • Proficiency in project management principles, budgeting, forecasting, and resource management.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory guidelines and directives.
  • Outstanding marketing and negotiation skills.
  • Effective in working across geographies and cultures.
  • Proficiency in enhancing processes and developing effective plans.