R&D Manager Infection Management
Core
Lead end-to-end R&D strategy and execution for the Infection Management portfolio within the wound care ecosystem, delivering competitive, customer-centric solutions that improve patient outcomes.
Role type
Senior R&D Manager (Infection Management)
Builds
Physical antimicrobial products and broader wound care solutions
Domain
Medical devices / Wound care / Infection management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
R&D strategy definition and execution, product portfolio management, team leadership and development, pre-clinical study oversight, regulatory compliance (design control), project and budget management, market trend analysis, translation of customer insights into product requirements, antimicrobial solution expertise, wound care clinical understanding
Preferred skills
Experience with ecosystem-based healthcare solutions, knowledge of reimbursement mechanisms, exposure to integrated care models
Technologies
Antimicrobial products, design control principles, design for manufacturing, design for sustainability
Responsibilities
Lead and execute the R&D strategy for the Infection Management portfolio, define and implement roadmaps, drive a balanced portfolio by identifying gaps and initiating projects, partner with Marketing to align technical execution with commercial strategy, lead and develop a team of product developers and scientific experts, oversee pre-clinical studies and evidence generation, monitor market trends and competitor activity, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards, manage project resources and budgets
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities