MilliporeSigma ยท 5 hours ago
Head of Single Use Systems R&D
Bedford, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$239K/yr - $395K/yr
10+ years expMilliporeSigma is a global leader in science and technology, dedicated to enriching lives through innovative solutions. The Head of Single Use Systems R&D will lead the Product Development team, focusing on customer-centric innovations and managing a global team to develop advanced solutions for bioprocessing customers. This role emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and establishing strong relationships with key stakeholders while driving innovation and aligning R&D strategies with business goals.
BiotechnologyMedicalMedical Device
Responsibilities
In close alignment with business strategy, execute a complex portfolio of Product development programs, achieving optimal resource deployment, prioritization, and delivering timely, impactful launches
Lead a global team of engineers and scientists to develop advanced Systems and Single Use solutions for bioprocessing customers
Collaborate with Software Development to provide a fully-integrated control platform for automated bioprocessing systems
Collaborate with Marketing, Strategy, BD and Commercial, to ensure creation of a quality pipeline and smooth project execution
Collaborate across business units, areas and sectors to identify and drive innovation initiatives spanning multiple businesses
Drive innovation through focused technology development projects and external collaborations
Ensure competitive Intellectual Property position through securing own IP, supporting Freedom to Operate analysis, Patent monitoring, and patent portfolio management
Play a key role in creating technology roadmaps and innovation strategies
Work with Marketing and Business Development to identify, vet out, and provide due diligence for acquisition targets
Create an open and collaborative environment, foster intra-team communication, provide visibility to all team members, support initiative and risk taking
Develop people on both technical and management tracks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in scientific discipline required
10+ years of experience in product development, process development within the Life Sciences or related sectors
Proven track record in leadership positions within a highly matrixed environment and in the management of large, global teams
Experience managing diverse direct and cross-functional teams and leading high-impact projects with executive visibility
Demonstrated ability to simultaneously lead multiple projects and manage multiple priorities
Exceptional communicator who engages senior leaders and distills complex issues into clear, actionable insights
High tolerance for complexity, ambiguity, fast-paced, dynamic environments, and evolving business needs
Preferred
PhD or MBA preferred
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Retirement contributions
Other perquisites
Company
MilliporeSigma
Together with our colleagues, customers and stakeholders, we impact life and health with science.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
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