Senior R&D Manager II

Our Mission:

At Boston Scientific Galway, we are dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world.

We work collaboratively to solve healthcare’s toughest problems by developing solutions that matter most to those suffering from debilitating and life-threatening conditions and to the healthcare professionals who provide their care. 

We are seeking a Senior R&D Manager on a permanent basis to join us on our mission.

Job Purpose

Manager for an R&D functional group working on product and technology development projects. Devotes a significant portion of their time to managerial, leadership, organisation and staff development responsibilities. Provide technical leadership & management responsibility for product design and identification of new technology opportunities. Collaborates with cross functional peers to meet functional and business deliverables  

Key Responsibilities

• Drives functional excellence initiatives, delivers high quality R&D functional deliverables, and ensures technical excellence for product or technology development.
• Provides guidance and training to staff, assists subordinates in attaining career goals, motivates individuals to achieve results, and recruits and maintains a high-quality staff.
• Responsible for recruiting, coaching, and/or developing organizational talent
• Provides significant guidance and approval regarding technical strategies and approaches.
• Engages with customers and Health Care Partners
• Manages functional infrastructure and laboratory capability requirements
• Determines project staff assignments and schedules work to meet completion dates and R&D deliverables.
• Develops and monitors department budgets.
• Ensures continued intellectual property development from self and staff.
• Manages functional infrastructure requirements
• Often leads briefings and technical meetings for internal and external stakeholders concerning specific projects, operations or schedules; converts technical information to compelling business context and advice
• Influences the opinions and decision making of others internally or with external partners/vendor/customers to achieve department objectives; persuades peers and higher level managers and builds consensus to take action/ adopt recommendations

Education & Experience

• Minimum BSc or BEngr degree (NFQ 8 Level 240 credits).
• Minimum of 10 years industrial experience with at least 5 years of supervisory/management experience of large teams (experience in MedTech or Pharmaceuticals is useful)
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively, manage projects, and drive innovation within a research and development setting.
• Experience in developing and implementing long-term R&D strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Proven track record of managing R&D budgets, optimizing resource allocation, and delivering projects within budget constraints.
• Experience working collaboratively with teams across various departments such as engineering, product development, marketing, and manufacturing.
• Ability to analyze complex issues, identify solutions, and make data-driven decisions to drive R&D initiatives forward.
• Experience in recruiting, mentoring, and developing a high-performing R&D team.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements relevant to the industry and experience navigating regulatory processes.

At Boston Scientific, we recognise that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative. It is essential in advancing science for life and improving patient health. We stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with a disability. Should you require a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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