Research and Development Manager - Bioprocessing Filtration

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Location: On-site in Maplewood, MN. Relocation assistance is NOT provided.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

DESCRIPTION:
Join an innovative R&D organization advancing pharmaceutical purification development. As Manager of Research & Development, you'll guide technical teams developing advanced solutions that enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. You'll provide strategic direction, mentor talent, and collaborate across functions to deliver transformative products while maintaining the highest quality and regulatory standards. This role offers the opportunity to shape next-generation technologies while developing your leadership skills in an environment that values integrity, dedication, innovation and involvement.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Advanced Degree plus 5 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or related discipline
• Additional technical certifications in relevant areas beneficial
• Strong project leadership capabilities and track record delivering complex technical projects
• Excellence in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English required
• Experience with quality systems and regulatory compliance
• Strong business acumen and strategic planning capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a responsive environment
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance standards
• Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed
• Proficiency with standard business software and technical tools
• Track record of driving innovation and technology advancement

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company 401k, 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.  

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Minnesota is –.

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