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R&D Director, Global Product Development

R&D Director, Global Product Development

AbbottSaint Paul, Minnesota, USA
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare with leading businesses and products in diagnostics medical devices nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION : THE OPPORTUNITY :

Abbott Vascular provides innovative minimally invasive and cost-effective products for treatment of vascular disease. Our extensive portfolio includes drug-eluting stents bare metal stents guide wires balloon dilatation catheters imaging catheters and software vessel closure devices and peripheral stents.

We are seeking a dynamic and strategicR&D leaderto head ourGlobal Product Development (GPD)function at our establishedSt. Paul site. This business-critical role is responsible for driving innovation across our existing and emergingvessel preparation technologiesin thecoronary and peripheral vascular space while also leading ourCenters of ExcellenceinHartzler Research training servicesHuman Factors andClinical Engineering.

You will collaborate cross-functionally to define and implement a multi-year pipeline for technologies includingorbital atherectomyandintravascular lithotripsy (IVL)currently under clinical investigation. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of life-changing medical devices and build a high-performance collaborative culture.

What Youll Work On

  • Lead the GPD function managing a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists focused on Class II and III vascular devices.
  • Drive strategic planning and execution of product development programs aligned with global business objectives.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Regulatory Clinical Quality Operations Marketing) and external partners (Key Opinion Leaders suppliers) to ensure successful product development and lifecycle management.
  • Champion a culture of innovation accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Develop and mentor high-potential talent ensuring robust succession planning and leadership development.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies procedures and global regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in a related field; advanced degree strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.
  • Proven track record of leading teams toward divisional and company goals managing budgets and monitoring industry trends.
  • Strong understanding of quality systems and compliance requirements.
  • Ability to develop and implement scalable work processes and contribute to organizational strategy.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Strategic & Visionary Leadership : Ability to define communicate and execute a compelling R&D strategy aligned with business priorities and long-term innovation goals.
  • End-to-End Product Development Expertise : Proven experience leading cross-functional teams through the full product lifecyclefrom concept to global commercializationespecially for Class III medical devices.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration : Skilled in partnering across Clinical Regulatory Quality Operations Marketing and Legal to drive integrated development and market success.
  • Technical & Regulatory Acumen : Deep understanding of medical device standards and regulatory frameworks (e.g. IEC 60601 IEC 62304 FDA guidance).
  • Hardware / Software Product Experience : Preference for candidates with hands-on experience developing hardware-based medical devices and / or software-driven technologies including embedded systems or digital health solutions.
  • Talent Development & Team Leadership : Builds high-performing diverse teams through mentorship succession planning and inclusive leadership.
  • Customer & Market Orientation : Engages with physicians KOLs and end-users to ensure clinical relevance and market differentiation.
  • Operational Excellence : Drives disciplined execution resource optimization and continuous improvement across programs.

    • The base pay for this position is

    168000.00 $336000.00

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

    JOB FAMILY : Product Development

    DIVISION : AVD Vascular

    LOCATION : United States >

    Minnesota >

    St. Paul : 1225 Old Highway 8 NW

    ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS :

    WORK SHIFT :

    Standard

    TRAVEL : Yes 20 % of the Time

    MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE :

    Not Applicable

    SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES :

    Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

    Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities / Women / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.

    EEO is the Law link - English :

    EEO is the Law link - Espanol : Experience :

    Exec

    Key Skills

    Laboratory Experience,Vendor Management,Design Controls,C / C++,FDA Regulations,Intellectual Property Law,ISO 13485,Research Experience,SolidWorks,Research & Development,Internet Of Things,Product Development

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 168000 - 336000

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