Senior R&D Project Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Opportunity:

Our location in Alameda California has an opportunity for a R&D Project Manager. This position manages programs of small to medium scope or a significant subsection of a large program. Sr. Managers manage larger programs. Leads cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategies for new product development and successful commercialization. Manages matrixed resources to ensure programs meet their agreed upon milestones and deliverables. Represents the program to the organization reports core team progress program recommendations risks and resolutions of issues to senior leadership.

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What youll work on:

Lead core teams towards program objectives.

Communicates with all levels of the organization from operators on the floor to the President in order to represent the objectives risks and needs for the program.

Lead activities across numerous functions to meet the objectives of a given program including scope budget and schedule.

Establish and maintain the program and product Design History File.

In partnership with the Program Director and fellow core team members

Develop comprehensive program plans which identify objectives strategy risks/risk mitigation budget effort estimates and schedule for new product development.

Identifies opportunities for improving overall business performance of the program.

Develops plans with core members to eliminate and/or mitigate risk. If risks cannot be mitigated within the core team determines appropriate means to communicate and elevate issues to appropriate individuals within the organization.

In partnership with the Director identifies opportunities for improving overall performance of the program.

Work closely with functional core team leaders and mentor when necessary.

Maintains a safe and professional work environment.

Complies with worldwide medical device regulations including U.S. FDA company policies and Good Manufacturing Practices. #software

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Science equivalent
• 8 years of experience required for progressively responsible experience in engineering or related technical discipline. (years of experience vary depending on Grade level)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a matrixed and geographically diverse business environment. Strong leadership skills including the ability to set goals and provide constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results. Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment. Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. Multi-tasks prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational planning and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable.
• Preferred- 3 years experience directly managing technical staff. Extensive medical device industry experience.
• Program/Project Management certifications.
• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model.
• Ability to travel approximately 15% of the time including internationally.

The base pay for this position is

In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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