Company Overview
We are representing a rapidly growing international medical device company specializing in minimally invasive and interventional technologies. With operations across multiple international markets, the company focuses on developing innovative solutions across high-growth therapeutic areas and is currently expanding its global R&D and manufacturing footprint.
The organization offers a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with strong investment in innovation, cross-border collaboration, and next-generation product development.
Role Overview
The Director of R&D will play a key leadership role in driving global research and development initiatives across the organization. This position is responsible for leading international R&D programs, building and developing high-performing technical teams, and ensuring the successful execution of innovation strategies aligned with business objectives.
The successful candidate will foster a culture of technical excellence, scientific rigor, and cross-functional collaboration while supporting the company’s long-term growth and technology roadmap.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate global R&D projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business priorities, timelines, and commercialization goals.
Provide both strategic direction and operational leadership to the R&D function, partnering closely with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders.
Build, structure, and develop high-performing engineering and technical teams to support global business growth.
Drive a culture of innovation, first-principles engineering, and continuous technical advancement.
Collaborate closely with global management, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams to ensure effective project execution.
Partner with marketing and commercial functions to translate customer, physician, and patient needs into product development strategies.
Lead technology and innovation initiatives that create long-term competitive value for the business.
Identify and proactively manage technical and project risks across complex international development programs.
Support broader business processes including strategic planning, technical problem-solving, complaint investigations, invention disclosure reviews, and documentation review.
Ensure strong compliance with ISO 13485 and applicable regulatory requirements, while supporting audit readiness and quality system improvements.
Requirements & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical, Materials Engineering, or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 10 years of leadership experience within the medical device industry, with strong exposure to areas such as structural heart, electrophysiology (EP), neurovascular, peripheral vascular intervention, or other complex interventional devices.
Proven track record in leading global R&D programs and translating strategic objectives into executable development plans.
Strong experience building and managing cross-functional, multicultural, and globally distributed teams.
Deep understanding of complex medical device development processes, advanced manufacturing, and assembly technologies.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across technical and executive audiences globally.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment with a collaborative and solution-oriented mindset.
Familiarity with ISO 13485 quality systems and experience supporting regulatory and quality audit activities.