Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Job Description
As a Sr. Technical Project Manager within the global HID Professional Services (HPS) team, you will lead forensic DNA validation and Rapid DNA enablement projects that help forensic laboratories and law enforcement agencies adopt Thermo Fisher Scientific HID solutions. You will partner with customers and internal teams to deliver high-quality outcomes, align stakeholders, and drive consistent, scalable delivery practices across projects.
Description
Lead forensic DNA validation and Rapid enablement projects from initiation through completion, delivering projects on time and exceeding customer expectations
Define project scope, timelines, and milestones across multiple concurrent projects
Coordinate with regional field teams and cross-functional partners (applications, IT, sales, and external vendors) to drive execution
Support workflow design, system integration, and end-to-end verification for Rapid implementations in customer environments
Own validation deliverables, including data analysis and report writing, aligned to forensic standards
Communicate clearly with customers and stakeholders to align expectations and maintain project momentum
Contribute to proposals, pricing recommendations, and risk identification during pre-sales activities
Resolve technical and program challenges using structured problem-solving, applying lessons learned to prevent future issues
Identify and implement improvements that increase efficiency and consistency across projects
Build strong working relationships across the global HPS team and broader HID organization, contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team environment
Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and tradeoffs, and influence stakeholders to drive timely, aligned decisions
Requirements
Ability to interpret and apply forensic DNA data (quantification, STR, and Rapid DNA) to project deliverables
Clear communication skills and ability to build alignment across teams
Experience managing multiple projects and delivering results on time
Customer-focused approach to understanding needs and delivering solutions
Ability to navigate complex, cross-functional environments and independently drive progress and decisions
Highly organized, proactive, and continuously focused on improving processes
Minimum education and experience requirements
B.S. or M.S. in molecular biology, chemistry, or a related discipline
5+ years of experience in a forensic DNA laboratory or similar technical environment
3+ years of experience managing technical or scientific projects
Familiarity with forensic DNA workflows, validation requirements, and data interpretation
Experience supporting forensic DNA customers through professional services or similar roles
Preferred qualifications
PMP certification or formal project management training
Experience with Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar tools
Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform tools
Experience supporting Rapid DNA or complex workflow implementations
Travel requirements: Up to 10% travel (domestic and international) may be required periodically.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $103,100.00-$125,000.00.
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
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