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General Management 
​​​​​​​Graduate Leadership
​​​​​​​Development Program

Why join us?


The General Management Graduate Leadership Development Program (GM GLDP) is an accelerated opportunity to develop the vital competencies and experiences needed for a career as a General Manager.

As a global company with opportunities spanning multiple businesses, functions, and locations, applicants are required to be geographically flexible and mobile for the GM GLDP and post-program. Rotational assignments and full-time placements are based on business needs and organizational priorities at the time of selection. Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and a requirement of the position.

Strategic business impact
The GM GLDP is a three-year program set to occur between July 20, 2027 – July 2030. Participants will complete three, twelve-month rotations that provide strategic direction while gaining proficiency with our diverse functional areas, business units, and regions. Learning opportunities will include: formal development sessions, dedicated Executive Mentorship, utilization of our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodology, and a network of outstanding LDP alumni. Critical capabilities for the GM GLDP include: 
Balancing Business and Financial Levers 
Commercial Acumen 
Product or Service Management 
End-to-End Operations 

Compensation
Our GM GLDP offers a starting salary of $165,000 in addition to the following as part of the total compensation: Annual Incentive Plan, Sign-on Bonus, Equity Grant, and Relocation Assistance. 

What we look for

Over a thousand people have joined Simple since we were founded in 2012. They appreciate our blend of personal support and tailored career path. We take our job very seriously, but at the same time we want you to take your job seriously too. We offer several benefits, including a Thanksgiving meal and Christmas bonus."

Academic background & work experience: 

  • MBA student completing their degree between December 2026 – June 2027 with an Undergraduate degree in one of the following: Business, Biology, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field of study.  

  • 3+ years (5+ preferred) work experience post-Undergraduate degree – ideally gained in large, forward-thinking, global organizations. Experience in Life Sciences or STEM-related industry required.  

  • 1+ years experience managing direct reports.  

Leadership profile: 

  • Proven leadership experience with a track record of influencing others, leading initiatives, driving results, and creating positive impact within teams and organizations.  

  • Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to changing priorities, and solve complex problems.  

  • Evidence of grit, resilience, and perseverance when facing challenges, setbacks, or competing priorities.  

  • Strong learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and an innovative mindset.  

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills and emotional intelligence, with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams.  

  • Geographic mobility and flexibility required to pursue future career opportunities in locations aligned with business needs.  

  • Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and is required throughout the program and in future placements to support collaboration across businesses, functions, and locations.  

A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.
​​​​​​​If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status. Thermo Fisher does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience.

Real GLDP participants. Real impact.

See what our program participants have to say about their experience with us! 
“When I began to think about my post business school role, I knew for certain that I wanted to end up in a rotational program. However, I was very particular about what industry and function I ended up working in. With my undergraduate degree in Biochemistry, Medical Device Industry experience and overall passion for health care, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s mission aligned perfectly with what I value in a company and the Graduate Leadership Development Program GM track was a match made in heaven. The opportunity to go through three eight-month rotations while juggling two projects and being geographically flexible has been the best combination for me to learn multiple business segments, strengthen my ability to deal with ambiguity and see growth in influencing without authority. Also, I have had the privilege to be a part of a fantastic cohort of GLDPs and work cross-functionally across the company. As I prepare to roll off the program, I’m thankful for the many mentors and colleagues that have invested their time and energy in me to succeed in future endeavors here at Thermo Fisher.”
Ify, GLDP GM alumni, University of Minnesota 
“As a graduate student, I was looking for a full-time position that offered me meaningful work with meaningful people, and I found it in Thermo Fisher Scientific. I was able to find a company that gave me long term career growth opportunity while challenging me with new and exciting projects every step of the way. Therefore, I joined Thermo Fisher. During my two years as a GLDP, I learned how to be a better leader, strategically think about a business, and build cross-functional relationships. These skills and more are the reasons I feel confident to continue building my future career as a General Manager. I am also grateful for the relationships I have built in my cohort. I am surrounded by highly talented individuals who all are exceptional in what they do. I know that the foundation the GLDP has given us in these two years has already and will only continue to set us up well for years to come.” 
Mabel, GLDP GM alumna, University of North Carolina
“When I first began the recruiting process during my MBA, I was looking for a general management program where I could leverage my supply chain experience, apply the skills I would acquire through my MBA, and make a difference in healthcare and life sciences.  Thermo Fisher Scientific offered all these opportunities with the General Management Program. Each rotation within the program brings opportunities to grow my functional and company knowledge, collaborate with talented, highly motivated colleagues, and strengthen my leadership skills. The program has accelerated my exposure to different parts of the company with projects that are both impactful and highly visible to leadership. The guidance and mentorship from both current and past GLDP cohorts have been invaluable to my career development and in navigating the rotational program.” 
Elpidia, current GLDP GM, The University of Texas at Austin
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