**Work Schedule** Standard (Mon-Fri) **Environmental Conditions** Laboratory Setting **Job Description** **Laboratory Site Lead – Gothernburg, Sweden** Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations. **Discover impactful Work** We are seeking a Site Lead for a new bioanalytical laboratory in the GoCo area of Gothenburg, Sweden. As Site Lead you will oversee all aspects of management of a new bioanalytical laboratory, including laboratory set up, operational management, commercial development and staffing. You will ensure productivity, efficiency and quality of the work are maintained and financial objectives of the business are achieved. You will oversee the development and implementation of laboratory systems and processes and ensures client deliverables and needs are met. **Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities:** + Oversees the daily operations in the laboratory to ensure compliance with company SOPs, policies and client timelines and deliverables. + Directs work responsibilities of group leaders/research scientists. + Provides mentorship, guidance and development to laboratory management and research & development team. + Interacts extensively with sponsors and internal laboratory/support management/research scientists to ensure client deliverables and needs are met. + Procures and allocates personnel, analytical instrumentation, Information Technology, space and other resources to appropriate areas based on business need. + Supports laboratory department in method/instrumentation troubleshooting, laboratory investigations and internal/external conflict resolution. + Collaborates globally to foster cooperation and understanding among the different functional groups within the division. + Oversees the development and implementation of laboratory systems and processes. + Establishes operating policies & procedures that affect departments and subordinate sections of work units. Interprets company-wide policies and procedures. + Develops budgets, schedules, and performance standards. + Interacts frequently with internal and external management and senior-level customer representatives concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and / or contractual clarifications. + Leads briefings and technical meetings for internal and external representatives. **Qualifications:** Education and Experience: + 10+ years relevant experience including experience in bioanalytical laboratories. + 5+ years of management responsibility + Ideally experience within a new laboratory setting would be preferable + Proven leadership skills Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: + Thorough knowledge of GMP, GCP or GLP + Strong bioanalytical technical expertise + Experience in lab set up – equipment procurement, utilities set up, etc + In-depth knowledge of clinical laboratory science, ICH guidelines, FDA regulations concerning clinical labs processes in drug development process, method development, method validation, R&D, sample production and/or data processing + Strong leadership skills including budgeting, forecasting and fiscal management + Strong commercial/Business acumen and ability to interact with clients daily + Project and time management skills + Excellent communication/interpersonal skills including presentation skills + Demonstrated strategic planning skills + In-depth global and cultural awareness + Strong organizational agility and demonstrated drive for results + Excellent coaching and mentoring skills **Work Environment** Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued. **Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com** Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.