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Sr. Project Manager - Labs

ThermoFisher Scientific

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Compensation
$80–104K/yr
Location
Remote · US
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Senior Project Manager - Labs oversees a portfolio of client projects and is accountable for project and portfolio performance. The role coordinates internal departments and external clients, manages budgets and resources, and serves as the primary operational interface with clients. It supports a BioAnalytical Laboratory in Richmond, Virginia, and is fully remote for applicants anywhere in the United States, with occasional travel to site locations potentially required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPresentation SkillsScience AcumenBusiness AcumenTime ManagementPlanningOrganizationTask ManagementProject ManagementClient Relationship ManagementConfidentialityTeamworkNegotiation

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent5+ Years ExperienceU.S. Work Authorization Without SponsorshipBackground Check and Drug Screening

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match

Full job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

This is a fully remote role supporting our BioAnalytical Laboratory in Richmond, VA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US.

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 working shift for this role is Monday - Friday from ~8AM-5PM.

Join Us as a Senior Project Manager - Labs – Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation

The Senior Project Manager - Labs manages and has direct oversight for a portfolio of projects for key clients and is accountable for overall project/portfolio performance. Proactively identifies resources, budgets projects, prioritizes client's portfolio in line with site-wide portfolio of projects and is the primary operational interface between PPD and the client. Negotiates and makes real-time decisions with the client. Provides internal consultation on project management issues and identifies opportunities for process and efficiency improvement. Acts as chief liaison to the operational personnel of major clients and is responsible for large study programs.

We have successfully supported the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechs, spanning 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries in the last 5 years.

What You'll Do:

  • Provides oversight and coordination of client portfolio. Provides oversight to internal departments and external clients to ensure the project requirements are understood, agreed and followed at all times, this requires negotiating and real-time decision making with the client. Facilitates the flow of information to all stakeholders (laboratory, sponsors, and non-technical personnel).
  • Consults and utilizes, where appropriate, the scientific input of laboratory management and technical staff to assist the client with management of the project.

  • Ensures sponsors have authorized and signed off on most recent versions of all documents and that a contract exists prior to delivering any services. Monitors budget, forecasts and recognizes revenue, and submits and follows up on contract modifications.

  • Prepares and distributes meeting agendas and minutes and timelines for data transfers.

  • During initial review of project documentation, consults with internal groups and support staff regarding procedural and budgetary items and the necessity for change due to any subsequent project documentation amendments. Obtains other functions' commitment to close gaps and address issues timely and effectively. Serves as chief liaison between sponsor and all PPD internal departments performing the required tasks during all project phases. Controls, manages and follows day-to-day activities during the course of the project to resolve any issues and answer queries.

  • Understands protocol language and translates to internal systems and processes.

  • Involved in cross-functional initiatives and process improvements

Education and Experience Requirement s:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

  • Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.

Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Strong verbal, written and presentation skills

  • Strong science and/or business acumen

  • Superior time management, planning, and organizational skills

  • Demonstrated compliance with procedures and policies

  • Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a stressful environment

  • Extensive knowledge and experience in Project Management

  • Strong client relationship management skills

  • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality with client information and data

  • Ability to work effectively with multi-level teams

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced undefined environment

  • Strong negotiation skills

Working Environment :

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

  • Work is performed in an office environment, either in an on-site or remote capacity with exposure to electrical office equipment.

  • Remote work environment should remain free of outside distractions. Occasional travel to site locations may be required.

  • If working on-site:

  • Rare exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.

  • Rare exposure to skin and lung irritants, radiation, toxic materials and hazardous waste.

  • Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves in designated areas

  • Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions.

Why join us?

When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.

Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Virginia is $79,600.00–$104,000.00.

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

  • Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

How this job compares

Set against the 22,880 open Project Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$80–104K/yr
  • Virginia median$116–178K/yr772 salary ranges
  • US median$108–172K/yr14,379 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $92K, is 38% below the Virginia median midpoint ($148K) — in the lowest quarter of Project Manager salary ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 1,065 open Project Manager jobs in Virginia and 22,880 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Virginia
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Project Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (19,733 postings).
Education
11,958 of the 22,880 open Project Manager jobs (52%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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