Group Leader - Bioanalytical R&D - LCMS

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials Job Description This is a fully onsite role based in our bioanalytical laboratory at 8700 Quioccasin Road in Richmond, VA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States withoutsponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, whichincludes a drug screening. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, youu2019ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on u2013 now and in the future. Our PPDu00ae Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations. Discover Impactful Work: Provides management and direction to laboratory staff and resources for project activities and needs, oversee daily operations to monitor quality and project timelines, and assist in preparation and implementation of company policies, quality systems and training programs. Ensures responsiveness to the customer and overall, client satisfaction. Plans and monitors the progress and quality of projects by utilizing the financial and quality management tools available at PPD. A Day in the Life: u2022 Prepares, reviews and approves study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documents. u2022 Designs experimental study and participates in technical troubleshooting. u2022 Reviews data for technical quality and compliance to protocols, methods and SOPs. Reviews and approves laboratory investigations, deviations, and QA facility and data audits. Leads client and FDA audits. u2022 Allocates, schedules and manages laboratory resources for group's project activities and updates project status. Reviews timesheet reports for billing accuracy. u2022 Responds to clients questions and needs; leads client technical meetings. u2022 Assists in preparation of proposals by provided project definition. u2022 Identifies new opportunities within client base and ability to work with business development to pursue opportunities. u2022 Coordinates and prioritizes project activities with internal functional groups (physical testing, analytical development, microbiology, etc.) and support functions (QA, sample management, etc.). u2022 Assists management in their responsibilities. u2022 Prepares and implements PPD SOPs and company operational policies. Ensures adherence and makes recommendations to quality system improvements. Keys to Success: BS Degree + 8 years of experience (must include 1 year of leadership experience) OR MS+ 6 years of experience OR PhD + 3-5 years of experience In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: u2022 Ideally seeking candidates with LCMS and biological matrices experience u2022 Proven leadership skills u2022 Ability to cultivate a collaborative work environment with a team u2022 Effective negotiating skills u2022 Demonstrated knowledge of QA metrics of program base; ability to write and recommend changes to PPD SOPs u2022 Ability to troubleshoot multiple systems/methodologies u2022 Ability to independently optimize analytical methods u2022 Understanding of basic financial terms and definitions as it applies to the business u2022 Understanding of proposal and project scope as it relates to pricing, resource management and the impact on business u2022 Project and time management skills u2022 Effective written and oral communication skills as well as presentation skills u2022 Ability to train and mentor junior staff Work 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: + Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner. + Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours. + Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds. + Able to work in non-traditional work environments. + Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency. + May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments. + Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.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.

Created: 2026-02-02