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PDS Project Manager I

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Research & Development
  • Milan

AI generated summary

  • You need a BA/MS in relevant fields, 1-3 years in a technical role, strong MS Office skills, and excellent organization, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
  • You will manage multiple projects, host customer visits, ensure timely task progress, maintain communication, update billing plans, and support proposal development and project expansions.

Requirements

  • **Education:**
  • A BA or MS in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biological Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Equivalent experience to a PhD is highly valued but not required.
  • **Technical Knowledge:**
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint) and Internet usage.
  • 1. Preferably, a background in pharmaceuticals or previous experience in an R&D company.
  • **Professional Experience:**
  • 1-3 years of experience in a technical field or related area (Pharmaceutical Development, Clinical Trials Manufacture, Commercial Manufacture, Project Management, Financial Awareness, Customer Contact).
  • **Languages:**
  • Proficient in English. Knowledge of a second language would be advantageous.
  • **Personality Traits:**
  • Exceptionally organized and diligent.
  • Ability to strictly prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Proven problem-solving, decision-making, negotiation, and influencing skills.
  • Strong customer and result orientation.
  • Strong proficiency in presenting information, actively listening, delivering messages effectively, showing empathy, and proactively engaging in tasks. Proficiency in inspiring and guiding teams. Understanding of the quotations process.

Responsibilities

  • Balance multiple tasks within assigned projects concurrently, ensuring timely and high-quality results for multiple customer requests.
  • Host and manage customer visits, preparing and delivering presentations for events such as kick-offs.
  • Facilitate the progress of project activities, ensuring all tasks are on track.
  • Support project timelines and ensure adherence to project plans agreed with customers.
  • Manage customer happiness and project tasks, facilitating seamless communication within project teams.
  • Foster positive interactions among team members.
  • Update project and billing plans on the database platform, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Support the finance department with project billing activities.
  • Develop proposals for changes of scope and project expansions, based on guidelines from technical teams.
  • Assist the quotation team in generating proposals for technical changes and responding to customer requests for additional services.

FAQs

What is the work schedule for the PDS Project Manager I position?

The work schedule is standard, Monday through Friday.

What are the environmental conditions for this job?

The environmental conditions for this position are primarily office-based.

What qualifications are required for the PDS Project Manager I role?

A BA or MS in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biological Sciences, or a related field is required, or equivalent experience. Equivalent experience to a PhD is also highly valued but not mandatory.

How many years of experience are preferred for this position?

1-3 years of experience in a technical field or related area is preferred.

Is prior experience in pharmaceuticals necessary?

While not required, a background in pharmaceuticals or previous experience in an R&D company is preferred.

What technical skills are necessary for this role?

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint) and general internet usage is necessary.

Are there any language requirements for this position?

Proficiency in English is required, and knowledge of a second language would be advantageous.

What personality traits are desired for the PDS Project Manager I candidate?

Desired traits include being exceptionally organized and diligent, having the ability to prioritize tasks effectively, strong customer and results orientation, and excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation skills.

Will I need to interact with customers in this position?

Yes, managing customer happiness and facilitating communication within project teams is a key responsibility of this role.

Does Thermo Fisher Scientific provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from qualified individuals 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.

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