Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Position Summary

The Portfolio Manager will be a pivotal contributor in advancing the strategic initiatives of the Transplant Diagnostics division. This role involves curation of a project portfolio that aligns with the strategy and goals of the division, ensuring prioritization, effective resource utilization, risk management, and positive return on investment. To be successful, this high-visibility position demands effective leadership over multiple tasks and cross-functional teams, requiring a candidate with a collaborative attitude, focus on deliverables, and excellent communication skills. Moreover, this role requires a blend of proficiency in medical diagnostics, business acumen, and the ability to cultivate strong industry relationships.

Key Responsibilities:Partner with cross-functional leaders (e.g., product management, R&D, Operations, finance) to develop and maintain a portfolio that aligns with business strategy.Implement and champion processes for evaluating proposals for project initiation and prioritization across the portfolio, including establishing selection criteria.Collaborate with program managers to optimize resource allocation and manage risks across the portfolio.Review portfolio regularly with senior leaders and stakeholders to drive prioritization and status reporting across the division, raising barriers to execution and developing strategies for addressing potential issues.Collaborate on the development of Power BI reports, dashboards, and other presentations.Implement and maintain high standards for project management processes, ensuring quality and compliance.

Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) in a scientific or technical field. Master of Business Administration (MBA) or other advanced degree is a plus.Minimum 5 years in life sciences, biotechnology, clinical diagnostics field.

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to influence across a matrixed organization and gain acceptance in critical situations.Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, capable of effectively articulating sophisticated concepts and ideas to broad audiences.Excellent problem-solving skills.Self-managing and self-motivating, capable of prioritizing tasks optimally to meet deadlines and expectations. Is curious, inquisitive, innovative, and never satisfied with the status quo. Possesses a proactive, helpful, ‘can-do’ attitude.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $113,500.00–$170,200.00.

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