Digital Lab Transformation Consultant
ThermoFisher Scientific - Pittsburgh, PA
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Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Laboratory Setting, Office Job Description Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with a mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With annual revenue exceeding $40billion and more than 125,000 employees worldwide, we deliver an unrivaled portfolio of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industryu2011leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services and Patheon. Practice Overview u2013 Automated Digital Lab Consulting (ADLC) Automated Digital Lab Consulting (ADLC) is Thermo Fisheru2019s advisory practice dedicated to transforming laboratories into autonomous, datau2011driven ecosystems. We leverage Thermo Fisheru2122 Connect cloud software, robotics automation, AI/ML analytics and open data standards to deliver closedu2011loop workflows that accelerate R&D and manufacturing. Our consultants guide clients through strategy, solution design, implementation and changeu2011management, ensuring sustainable digitalu2011lab transformation. Position Overview As a Digital Lab Transformation Consultant you will lead client workstreams that design and implement automated and digital laboratory solutions for pharmaceutical, biotech and industrial organizations. You will translate complex scientific and operational requirements into scalable architectures, configure bestu2011ofu2011breed platforms and drive adoption of Thermo Fisheru2019s digital technologiesu2014all while mentoring junior team members and contributing to business development efforts. Key Responsibilities + Facilitate workshops with scientists, IT and quality stakeholders to map currentu2011state workflows and define futureu2011state automated processes. + Translate laboratory and business requirements into integrated solutions spanning robotics, Thermo Fisheru2122 Connect orchestration, LIMS/ELN and analytics platforms. + Configure, validate and document automated workcells, instrument integrations and cloud data pipelines in accordance with GxP and datau2011integrity guidelines. + Develop functional specifications, interface definitions, datau2011mapping artifacts and test plans; oversee execution of integration and useru2011acceptance testing. + Manage project workstreamsu2014tracking milestones, risks and issuesu2014while communicating progress to client and internal leadership. + Mentor analysts by reviewing deliverables, providing feedback and fostering consulting skill development. + Contribute to businessu2011development activities including proposal creation, effort estimation, solution demonstrations and storyu2011based selling. + Drive continuous improvement of ADLC methodologies, accelerators and knowledge assets. Core Consulting Competencies + Hypothesisu2011driven problem solving and data analytics. + Narrativeu2011driven communication and executive storytelling. + Stakeholder management and facilitation techniques. + Businessu2011process modelling (BPMN, SIPOC) and Lean Six Sigma mindset. + Agile delivery frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and use of projectu2011management tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps). + Changeu2011management principles (ADKAR, Prosci) and useru2011adoption planning. Basic Qualifications + Bacheloru2019s degree in Life or Physical Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline. + 2+ years of handsu2011on experience implementing laboratory informatics, automation or digitalu2011transformation solutions. + At least 1 year in a clientu2011facing consulting or systemsu2011integration role. + Proficiency with at least one scientific software or automation platform (e.g., LIMS, ELN, robotics schedulers, Thermo Fisheru2122 Connect). + Ability and willingness to travel to client sites up to 75% as project demands dictate. Preferred Qualifications + 3u20115 years consulting experience with increasing technical and leadership responsibility. + Handsu2011on exposure to laboratory robotics (liquid handlers, plate movers) and integration via REST, OPCu2011UA or MQTT. + Experience deploying solutions in regulated (GxP) environments and executing computer system validation. + Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data architectures (data lakes, event streaming). + Strong SQL or scripting skills and understanding of relational database design. + Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, PMP, Agile or similar professional certification. Additional Information Thermo Fisher offers a Consultant Development Program featuring technical certifications, mentorship and leadership training to accelerate your career within ADLC. Flexible work arrangements and relocation assistance may be available depending on project requirements.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: 2026-03-07