VP R&D

Responsibilities:

• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the development of advanced cardiovascular implants and technologies.
• Manage R&D teams across engineering, clinical trials, and regulatory affairs.
• Oversee the full product lifecycle, from concept and prototyping to preclinical and clinical validation.
• Manage preclinical and clinical trials in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Work closely with regulatory authorities (e.g., FDA, CE) to ensure compliance.
• Develop products that meet international medical device standards (ISO 13485).
• Develop and execute strategic R&D plans
• Manage timelines, budgets and key project milestones to ensure timely execution.
• Establish and maintain collaborations with clinical key opinion leaders, research institutions and technology companies.

Requirements:

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering / a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in medical device development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in cardiovascular implant development.
• Excellent proficiency in CAD design, hands-on prototyping and product testing.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and quality standards (ISO, FDA).
• Experience in preclinical and clinical trial management.
• Exceptional leadership and project management skills, with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Fluent English – excellent written and verbal communication skills.