Start-up Manager, FSP

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Manage complex site operations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards .

Posted 10/25/2026full-timeRemote • MexicoMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex site operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and facilitating collaboration among cross-functional teams. Proficient in project management principles, clinical research, and developing customer relationships aligned with project goals.

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Site Operations ManagementCross-Functional Project ManagementClinical Research KnowledgeRisk Identification and Contingency PlanningBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Project Implementation PlanningSite Activation OversightRegulatory ComplianceContractual ManagementMetrics Analysis

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailCross-Cultural AwarenessCommunication SkillsMultitasking Ability

Tools & Technologies

PPD ToolsComputer Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Clinical Development GuidelinesMedical TerminologyStudy PhasesFeasibility StudiesSite Contracts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage complex site operations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Support site recruitment and training efforts
Facilitate collaboration between trial sites and internal teams
Collaborate with matrixed team members to deliver site activation for assigned projects
Oversee site activation according to timelines and quality standards
Coordinate information flow between PPD teams, clients, and functional departments
Develop project implementation plans and guidelines using PPD tools
Monitor and analyze project status, completion, and metrics for upper management
Identify risks and provide contingency planning
Manage financial and contractual aspects of studies related to site activation
Establish controls to align project resources and expenses with budgets
Administer technical and operational aspects of site activation, including feasibility, site contracts, and country-team coordination
Manage assigned scope of work against timelines, costs, and quality
Identify and evaluate fundamental site activation issues and implement solutions
Develop customer relationships aligned with assigned projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
Previous experience comparable to 5+ years
Ability to work efficiently with cross-functional teams
Knowledge of cross-functional project management principles
Organizational and multitasking skills
Attention to detail
Ability to identify and remedy risks related to contractual deliverables
Cross-cultural awareness and adaptability
Comprehensive understanding of clinical research/development, medical and therapeutic areas, study phases, and medical terminology
Ability to lead, liaise, and coordinate cross-functional project teams
Comprehensive knowledge of clinical development guidelines and Directives
Ability to work in an office/laboratory and/or clinical environment
Ability to use in-house and off-the-shelf computer software
Ability to communicate and understand spoken and written information
Regular and consistent attendance
Occasional travel up to 20% of the time, including domestic and international site travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global team environment
Collaboration and development opportunities
Scientific excellence-focused workplace