Device Lead, Technology and Innovation

WISE Campaign; Ware; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is looking for a Device Lead for Technology and Innovation to develop and execute strategies for drug delivery technologies. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in medical device development, particularly with parenteral delivery systems. This hybrid position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for innovation while managing cross-functional teams. Applicants are expected to have a strong technical background and proven success in device commercialization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant industry experience in medical device or drug‑device combination development.
• Experience with regulatory requirements for combination products.
• Experience leading technology assessments and feasibility studies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze external market trends and competitive landscape.
• Lead device technology exploration and feasibility studies.
• Define technology development plans including scope and budget.

Skills

Technical design and development

Collaboration

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Device Lead, Technology and Innovation

At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining a deep understanding of the immune system with cutting‑edge technology to transform lives. We are uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

The Device Lead, Technology and Innovation will develop, network and execute strategies that expand and advance GSK’s ability to deliver innovative, robust and competitive technologies in drug delivery and combination products across the portfolio. The role requires deep knowledge of the device technology landscape, technical design and development, and a risk‑taking mindset. You will work across R&D, Commercial, Global Supply Chain and external partners to explore, assess and de‑risk next‑wave device technologies, including parenteral and respiratory drug deliveries.

Location: One of GSK’s R&D sites in Upper Providence, Pennsylvania (US), Waltham, Massachusetts (US) or Ware, Hertfordshire (UK). The position is hybrid, with an expectation of 23 days on‑site per week and occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze external market trends, competitive landscape and emerging technologies to ensure access to cutting‑edge drug delivery technologies strategic to the GSK pipeline.
• Lead pipeline‑asset‑based device technology exploration, assessment and feasibility studies while engaging with cross‑functional SMEs.
• Define and deliver technology development plans, including scope, schedule, budget and milestones.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams and external partners to progress design, prototyping, testing and manufacturability assessments.
• Identify technical risks and lead mitigation using test programs, simulation, technical deep dives and governance reviews.
• Communicate results and recommendations clearly to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Manage a network of external technical partners and vendors to accelerate innovation and expand GSK’s device capability.
• Help drive an internal culture of innovation, including developing and curating a portfolio of problem statements, leading structured ideation sessions, and encouraging creativity.

Why You?

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, Chemical Engineering or related technical field.
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience in medical device or drug‑device combination development.
• Experience with parenteral delivery devices such as pre‑filled syringes, autoinjectors and on‑body injectors.
• Experience leading technology assessments, feasibility studies or early‑stage device programs.
• Experience with design and development of medical device from early concept to launch, preferably in drug delivery space.
• Experience with regulatory requirements for parenteral/respiratory combination products (21 CFR Part 4 & 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971 & IEC 62366).
• Experience working with external partners, suppliers or contract manufacturers.
• Experience with regulatory requirements for combination products and medical devices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (master’s or PhD) in engineering or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in cross‑functional teams.
• Experience with respiratory delivery devices such as nebulizers, pMDI, DPI and soft mist inhalers.
• Self‑motivated, organized, knowledgeable of relevant scientific literature, patient‑focused and results‑oriented with high learning agility.
• Both technically strong and possess strong business acumen, proven track record in successful innovation, development and commercialization of combination devices.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, able to lead through a matrix team and influence decisions at all levels.

How we work here

You will join a multi‑skilled, collaborative team that values learning and practical solutions. You will have the chance to grow your skills in technical leadership, program delivery and stakeholder engagement. We welcome people who bring diverse perspectives and who want to help build solutions that make a real difference for patients.

Apply now

If you are ready to lead device technology and innovation and help shape the next generation of patient‑centric solutions, we want to hear from you. Please apply and tell us how your experience matches this role.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

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