Sr Manager, Automation

Summarized Purpose:

Supervises and assists Automation Leads Automation Specialists and laboratory automation operations staff with tasks such as scheduling and prioritization of automation initiatives resource management as well as technical and compliance related issues. Strategically plans directs and implements improvements in automated systems processes and workflows to increase efficiency productivity and quality in the laboratory. Manages the work activities of Automation Leads (IIs and IIIs) and may perform client communication technical document review and complex troubleshooting of automated instrumentation and process-related issues. Assists the Associate Director/Director of Automation with strategic planning business development and expansion initiatives by providing mid-range (1-3 month) resource utilization predictions for laboratory automation staff and instrumentation.

Key responsibilities:

• Interacts with clients business development and/or lab departmental leads to collaboratively define laboratory automation projects and initiatives.

• Manages and directs complex laboratory automation project optimization and validation activities ensuring adherence to quality expectations and/or best practice guidelines.

• Reviews laboratory automation system design and/or process design for appropriate scientific approach and/or adherence to industry standards.

• Reviews and approves data associated with automated instrumentation programs and/or processes for compliance to SOPs protocols and methods.

• Reviews and approves laboratory investigations deviations and audits associated with laboratory automation instrumentation and/or processes.

• Serves as a laboratory automation technical expert for client and/or regulatory audits.

• Provides technical guidance and team coaching/mentorship.

• Critically evaluates novel approaches to automated method development and applications as appropriate.

• Reviews data integrity processes and recommends improvements; reviews technical requirements for instrument software validation efforts.

• Assists in technical marketing prepares technical marketing materials and participates in poster and/or podium presentations at technical conferences.

• Assists upper leadership in strategic planning budgeting new capabilities development and other responsibilties.

Keys to Success

Education and Experience:

• Previous experience that provides the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 9 years) or equivalent and relevant combination of education training & experience.

• 5 years of management responsibility

• Proven leadership skills

Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Direct experience with automation instrumentation required; vendor service certification preferred

• Experience with programming (Hamilton Venus TECAN EVOware or Fluent Control Thermo Momentum VB Python etc.) required; vendor programming certification (or equivalent) preferred

• Ability to troubleshoot and assess a wide variety of analytical instrumentation and data acquisition systems

• Full understanding of industry best practices for laboratory automation instrumentation and processes

• Ability to critically review and make recommendations for optimization of automated programs and processes

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

• Proven project management skills and proven ability to direct others through project management activities

• Ability to cultivate a collaborative work environment with a team and across business areas

• Full understanding of GxP requirements SOPs ICH guidelines USP requirements and FDA guidance

• Proven troubleshooting and critical thinking skills; proven ability to direct others through these activities

• Expert-level skills for design and review of complex automated platforms and/or processes

• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills

• Knowledge of general chemistry separation science immunochemistry molecular genomics biomarker and/or vaccine science related concepts and/or technologies (as applicable) systems

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Proven ability to identify and implement common efficiencies across multiple programs/projects

• Proven ability to cope with a dynamic work environment

• Demonstrated strategic planning skills

• Strong organizational agility and demonstrated drive for results

Management Role:

Directs through lower management levels and/or highly skilled specialist employees who exercise

significant latitude and independent judgment. Often heads one or more departments or a large

centralized staff function. In some instances may be responsible for a functional area (as determined by executive management) and not have subordinate supervisors or employees. May manage employees across multiple regions.

Working Conditions:

PPD 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.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration annual incentive plan bonus healthcare and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative forward-thinking organization and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity intensity involvement and innovation!

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100000 colleagues we share a common set of values - Integrity Intensity Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research solve complex scientific challenges drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD part of Thermo Fisher Scientific where diverse experiences backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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