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Manager, System Verification

Thermo Fisher Scientific Uppsala, Uppsala County, Sweden

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Posted Jan 26, 2026

Role & seniority: Manager of System Verification, Instrument R&D (leadership level)

Stack/tools: Phadia instruments/software; SILK test management system (system owner); CAPA processes; quality/regulatory compliance tools; cross-functional collaboration in regulated environments

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Provide strategic direction and approval for adherence to requirements for instruments, software, and consumables; ensure compliance

  2. Mentor and lead staff in a matrix environment; manage budget, resources, and testing labs

  3. Serve as system owner for SILK; support CAPA and complaint handling; provide 3rd-line product support

Must-have skills

  • MSc or equivalent in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, etc.

  • ≥6 years’ experience; prior management/leadership in product development

  • Proven leadership of technical teams in regulated environments; cross-functional collaboration

  • Strong written/verbal communication in Swedish and English

  • Deep technical expertise in relevant domains (instruments, software, testing methods)

  • Experience with quality systems, regulatory compliance, CAPA; problem-solving and decision-making

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities; change management and continuous improvement

  • Travel as needed

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with Immunodiagnostics Division (IDD) products/processes

  • Track record of driving innovation and technology advancement

  • Strong business acumen and strategic planning

  • Location & work

Full Description

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. This position is based in Uppsala, where Thermo Fisher develops, manufactures, and markets complete blood test systems to support the clinical diagnosis and monitoring of allergy, asthma and autoimmune diseases. With 1,900 employees worldwide, and 1,000 in Sweden, we are the global leader in in-vitro allergy testing and the European leader in autoimmunity diagnostics. Join an innovative R&D organization advancing scientific instrumentation and pharmaceutical development. As Manager of System Verification within our Instrument R&D Department, you'll lead a team responsible for the verification and validation of Phadia instruments, instrument software, user software products, and consumables. You'll guide technical teams in developing and executing strategies for functional, performance, and usability verification and validation, enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. This position offers the opportunity to shape next-generation technologies while developing your leadership skills in an environment that values integrity, dedication, innovation, and involvement. In this role, you will: • Provide strategic direction and approval for adherence to requirements for Phadia instruments, software, and consumables • Mentor talent and lead staff in a matrix environment, collaborating with project managers • Manage budget and resources, including system and testing labs • Serve as the system owner for the SILK test management system • Support CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) and complaint handling processes • Provide 3rd line support for products within your responsibility • Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations • Participate in the Instrument R&D leadership team, contributing to broader organizational goals Requirements: • Master of Science or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Chemistry, Physics etc.) • Minimum of 6 years of experience preferred, ideally previous experience as a manager and leader within product development • Demonstrated experience leading technical teams in regulated environments • Experience in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in both Swedish and English required • Deep technical expertise in relevant domains, including methods, technologies, instruments, software, and computer aids used within the department • Experience from IDD (Immunodiagnostics Division) products and processes is highly meriting • Proven ability to develop and mentor technical talent • Experience with quality systems, regulatory compliance, and CAPA processes • Strong business acumen and strategic planning capabilities • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a responsive environment • Change management and continuous improvement experience • Track record of driving innovation and technology advancement • Willingness to travel as needed (percentage not specified) We will evaluate candidates as applications are received and will close the position once the right match is found. Early applications are encouraged. Apply now! Thank you for your interest as you consider starting a new career journey with us. As the world leader in serving science, our colleagues develop critical solutions through innovation—and build rewarding careers. Discover their extraordinary stories and connection to our Mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Their work is a story of purpose. What story will you tell? Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of more than $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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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