Senior Manager, Research & Development

Thermo Fisher Scientific UK

Advanced or bachelor's degree in engineering/physics/chemistry
6-8 years complex technical product development experience
5+ years people management experience leading technical teams
This role leads a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for driving the development of semiconductor capital equipment systems

Job Summary

  • This role leads a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for driving the development of semiconductor capital equipment systems.
  • The position is accountable for delivering innovative hardware and software solutions from concept through commercialization while building organizational capability.
  • Candidates must demonstrate success in regulated environments such as medical devices, IVD, or pharmaceuticals with strong business acumen.

Matching Summary

This role leads a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for driving the development of semiconductor capital equipment systems.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advanced or Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Physics/Chemistry
  • 6-8 years complex technical product development experience
  • 5+ years people management experience leading technical teams
  • Proven track record delivering innovative products from concept through commercialization
  • Experience working in regulated environments like medical devices or pharmaceuticals
  • Strong understanding of product development lifecycles and stage-gate processes

Nice-to-have

  • Professional certifications in project management or Six Sigma
  • Experience with agile development methodologies
  • Background in instrumentation, software, or assays domains
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across global matrix organizations
  • Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving abilities

Key Requirements

  • Advanced Degree plus 6 years experience OR Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years experience
  • 5+ years of people management experience
  • Experience with quality management systems and regulatory requirements
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

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