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We currently offer the following position in Heerbrugg

Senior Director Research & Development (m/f/d)

We are looking for a strong and capable leader to join us as Senior Director R&D, leading complex matrix teams spanning different geographies. The Senior Director R&D will provide leadership as well as strategic direction to our more than 90 R&D associates in Switzerland, Singapore, India and the U.S. This position will be responsible for managing, leading and strengthening R&D activities across these sites to drive successful delivery of product development for key business segments. The Senior Director R&D needs to create an environment that accelerates innovation and is an ambassador for a multi-disciplinary approach which drives towards sustainable competitive advantage through customer facing innovation.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established medical technology company at a pivotal point in their R&D journey. The Senior Director R&D reports directly to the VP Global R&D and has a highly visible role with the mandate to drive change and impact the future shape of R&D within the business.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be the strategic and operational leader of R&D across the 4 sites, providing technical and organisational leadership


• Accountable for establishing innovation and technology strategy for our Business Units (BUs) Medical as well as Applied


• Develop strong differentiated product roadmaps in conjunction with the BUs


• Ensure delivery of agreed NPI roadmaps within time, cost and quality standards


• Relentlessly focus on attracting and developing talent, building organizational capability and high-performing, diverse R&D teams


• Identify and lead large-scale transformation initiatives which will improve cohesive and effectiveness of R&D structure & operations


• Act as cross-functional champion between Product Management, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Operations and R&D teams.


• Partner closely with the IP team to ensure we are proactive and secure patent rights for new and future products


• Accountable for R&D budget planning and management

OUR EXPECTATIONS

• Master’s Degree in a technical discipline


• Significant experience in R&D/product development, preferably in medical device industry


• FDA/compliance experience (Class I and II medical devices) preferred but open to considering individuals with R&D experience from other highly regulated industries


• Track record leading large innovation teams, preferably across multiple sites


• Experience in designing product development strategy & managing set of concurrent NPI projects of varying complexities


• Experience of managing mixed hardware and software development


• Broad understanding of modern technologies and development processes spanning hardware, firmware and application software including digital technology and augmented reality


• Fluent in English


• High energy, “get things done” person with proven track record in leading transformation and building strong delivery focussed R&D teams


• Proactive and data-driven decision maker; results and delivery oriented; ability to perform under pressure


• Energetic and proactive leader with sufficient gravitas to influence cross-functionally, build key relationships at all levels and drive change


• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to deal with complexity


• Effective problem solver and team player with the ability to motivate others


• Travel time will be approximately 30%

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Compensation Package incl. company car


• Attractive Benefits Package (Pension, Healthcare and many more benefits)


• Continuous training and development as well as fantastic opportunities to further enhance your career within Leica Microsystems and/or Danaher


• Get exposure to our very successful Danaher Business System

Are you interested to discover new opportunities in an innovative, team-oriented environment? Do you feel that this could be your future position? Then do apply online.

We are looking forward to your application!

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