IT Director – Business Partner

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the assigned division’s business strategy, operating model, priorities, and challenges .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $161,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aligning IT strategy with business objectives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering strong relationships with divisional leadership. Proficient in strategic planning, project management, and facilitating communication between IT and business stakeholders.

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IT Business Liaison ExperienceProject Management LeadershipRegulatory Compliance ExpertiseStrategic Planning ExcellenceTechnical Staff Management

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Hard Skills

IT OperationsSystems DevelopmentBudget ManagementVendor Relationship ManagementRegulatory Audits CoordinationCross-Functional CollaborationProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingGMP KnowledgeBioA Knowledge

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam DevelopmentOutstanding CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsClient-Focused Approach

Industry Keywords

ComplianceGovernance StandardsEnterprise ArchitectureLaboratory EnvironmentGCL Knowledge

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the assigned division’s business strategy, operating model, priorities, and challenges
Serve as the primary IT relationship owner for divisional business leadership
Represent IT strategy, capabilities, and constraints clearly and consistently to the business
Act as the voice of the business within IT
Translate business strategy and needs into technology implications and opportunities without owning delivery or demand execution
Ensure business leaders understand trade-offs, dependencies, and impacts of IT decisions
Partner with enterprise IT leaders to align divisional business strategy with IT roadmaps and capability planning
Provide business context and input into enterprise planning, investment discussions, and prioritization forums led by PMO and IT Financial Management
Ensure divisional perspectives are reflected in IT strategic plans
Build and maintain trusted relationships with divisional executives and key stakeholders
Facilitate structured communication between the business and IT on strategy, progress, risks, and outcomes
Surface misalignment, emerging risks, or unmet needs to IT leadership
Promote alignment with enterprise architecture, security, compliance, and governance standards
Advocate for enterprise solutions and reuse where they provide clear business value while articulating legitimate divisional needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or bachelor's degree plus 8 years of experience in IT Operations or Systems Development
6+ years of technical staff management experience
5+ years of project management or leadership experience
3+ years experience as IT business liaison working with senior management
Strong leadership and team development capabilities
Proven ability to direct through multiple management levels
Experience managing departmental budgets and vendor relationships
Expertise in coordinating regulatory and sponsor audits
Strong understanding of IT compliance and regulatory requirements
Excellence in strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration
Advanced problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to travel as needed
Proficiency in managing multiple priorities
Client-focused approach with strong attention to detail
Working knowledge of a laboratory environment (GMP, BioA, GCL)
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including a drug screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results
National medical and dental plans
National vision plan
Health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs
Commuter benefits
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
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with company stock discount