Head of R&D
RandD Leaders sought for multinational operation in Ireland
This senior role will oversee development and execution of clinical product solutions working closely with internal teams and contractors to identify research opportunities.
Responsibilities
1. Lead the identification of research opportunities and work collaboratively with teams or third-party contractors to develop clinical product solutions.
2. Maintain high standards of medical device engineering through ongoing evaluation and improvement.
3. Technical responsibility for all products and projects within assigned groups.
4. Implement and maintain high design control standards.
5. Source new technologies, materials, components, and equipment as required to develop capabilities within designated areas.
6. Identify new vendors and strategic partners for product development and component/subassembly supply.
7. Engage with key opinion leaders, physicians, and product managers to develop innovative medical devices improving patient care.
8. Solve issues through information exchange, influence, and persuasion to gain cooperation on program execution plans.
9. Direct and review the work of experienced professionals.
10. Manage, motivate, and develop team members including vendors to complete assigned major programs or projects.
11. Responsible for cost minimization, risk reduction, and completion of objectives.
12. Resolve issues ensuring task completion by establishing priorities and reaching compromise with team members and functional managers.
13. Promote problem-solving techniques within the team.
14. Establish program objectives, timelines, milestones, and budget.
15. Execute project work plans revising as necessary to meet changing needs and requirements.
16. Ensure programs are managed on schedule and within budget.
17. Foster technical innovation among staff.
18. Develop harmonious working relations with other functions ensuring employees have necessary information and resources to perform their jobs effectively.
19. Knowledge of Galway med tech industry ecosystem and ability to tap its potential.