As Head of the Technical department, Development and Innovation, you will report directly to the Executive Board and be responsible for the projects and employees of the entire division.
Key Responsibilities:
Application and acquisition of funding for research and development
Further development and optimisation of existing products and technologies
Analysis of customers and market requirements, technical clarification with customers and suppliers
Development of new products and technologies up to series production
Planning of project structures and organizations with internal and external partners
Applying for and maintaining appropriate patent protection, competition and patent monitoring
Approvals of new products with a focus on CE, NMPA and FDA
Preparation, monitoring and adherence to budget plans of the responsible departments
Efficient planning, coordination and management of the development project portfolio
Key Requirements:
You are a visionary, assertive and at the same time down-to-earth leader with a degree in the natural sciences
At least 8 years of professional and management experience in research and development work in the field of medical technology
Strategic vision with emphatic leadership skills, ability to work in a team and in-depth knowledge of modern project management methods including development tools
Knowledge of regulatory requirements (MDR, FDA, NMPA, DIN EN ISO 13485, DIN EN ISO 14971)
A high degree of initiative and motivation
Analytical way of thinking, independent and decisive way of working
A friendly, confident and consistent manner in communication with the necessary tact
Confident handling of MS Office
Very good written and spoken German and English skills
This role offers:
Varied and responsible work in an innovative and future-oriented company
Independent area of responsibility
Exchange on an equal footing Collegial support culture
Short decision-making processes due to a flat hierarchy
30 days of vacation per year
Company car for private use
