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$170K - 214K a year
Lead biotech portfolio strategy and operations, partner globally to develop and deliver business, oversee financial health and project execution, and represent operations at governance level.
15+ years experience with strong financial analysis, project management, regulatory knowledge, marketing and negotiation skills, and ability to work across geographies and cultures.
Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Biotech Portfolio Lead, Senior Director to join our dynamic team. As a Biotech Portfolio Lead you will have the unique opportunity to provide strategic direction across all therapeutic areas and other divisions within our organization. You will play a crucial role in ensuring a customized biotech delivery model that is most effective for our portfolio of clients. Candidates must reside in the West Coast Region Responsibilities: Partner globally with other groups to develop new business and deliver existing business, achieving overall financial goals and ensuring timely execution of clinical trials and other services. Develop excellent working relationships with internal colleagues and leaders responsible for project delivery, improving information exchange and project understanding. Provide ongoing consultancy, coaching, and feedback to improve the overall understanding of clients and the ability to deliver to their expectations. Assist in business development activities, representing PPD Biotech team at bid defenses and contributing to the advancement of our vision. Collaborate with the Biotech leadership team and other senior colleagues to oversee operational performance, resourcing, financial health/strategy, and business planning and execution. Act as the primary point of contact for customers, providing support and addressing operational issues. Represent Operations at the governance level and contribute to the compilation of goals and business plan objectives for strategic partnerships. Requirements: Equivalent experience and relevant formal academic/vocational qualification are accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree. 15+ years of previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job. Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze financial data and make informed decisions. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships in a matrix organization. Proficiency in project management principles, budgeting, forecasting, and resource management. Strong understanding of regulatory guidelines and directives. Outstanding marketing and negotiation skills. Effective in working across geographies and cultures. Proficiency in enhancing processes and developing effective plans. Compensation and Benefits The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $170,000.00–$214,000.00. 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 Thank you for your interest as you consider starting a new career journey with us. As the world leader in serving science, our colleagues develop critical solutions through innovation—and build rewarding careers. Discover their extraordinary stories and connection to our Mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Their work is a story of purpose. What story will you tell? Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of more than $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status, age or disability status.
This job posting was last updated on 12/10/2025