Group Leader - Bioanalytical LCMS Research and Development

Thermo Fisher Scientific seeks a Group Leader for bioanalytical LCMS research and development in Richmond, Virginia. This fully onsite role manages laboratory staff and operations, overseeing project quality, timelines, and client satisfaction while ensuring compliance with quality systems and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory staff and allocate resources for project activities and timelines
• Prepare, review, and approve study protocols, reports, and technical documentation
• Design experimental studies, troubleshoot technical issues, and review data quality and protocol compliance
• Lead client meetings, respond to customer needs, and conduct FDA and facility audits
• Coordinate projects across internal departments and support quality system improvements through SOP implementation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years experience including 1+ year management, or Master's with 6+ years, or PhD with 3-5 years
• Proven leadership and team collaboration skills
• Strong analytical method development and troubleshooting abilities
• Knowledge of quality assurance metrics, SOPs, and regulatory compliance
• Project management, financial acumen, and effective communication skills
• Ability to mentor junior staff and lead client/FDA audits
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship