Research And Development Manager

Advanced Medical Solutions; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an R&D Manager to lead a dynamic team in developing innovative medical devices. This role involves managing and motivating a skilled group of scientists and engineers, overseeing project planning, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have a proven track record in Design for Manufacturing. Join this established industry player and contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge tissue-healing technology, making a significant impact on patient care and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience managing an R&D team of scientists and engineers.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations independently.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team to develop, design, and validate medical devices.
• Managing R&D budget and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Team Management

Project Planning

Mechanical Engineering

Design for Manufacturing

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Technical Expertise

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Who are Advanced Medical Solutions?

AMS is a world-leading independent developer and manufacturer of innovative tissue-healing technology, focused on quality outcomes for patients and value for payers. AMS offers a wide range of surgical products including tissue adhesives, sutures, haemostats, internal fixation devices, and internal sealants, marketed under brands such as LiquiBand, RESORBA, LiquiBandFix8, LIQUIFIX, Peters Surgical, Ifabond, Vitalitec, and Seal-G. The company also supplies wound care dressings like silver alginates, alginates, and foams through its ActivHeal brand and white label.

Since 2019, AMS has made seven acquisitions, including Sealantis, Biomatlante, Raleigh, AFS Medical, Connexicon, Syntacoll, and Peters Surgical. Its products are manufactured across multiple countries and sold globally via a network of regional partners, distributors, and direct sales in key markets. AMS has R&D hubs in the UK, Ireland, Germany, France, and Israel, and employs over 1,500 staff since its establishment in 1991. For more information, visit www.admedsol.com.

AMS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and values diversity, ensuring no discrimination based on gender, race, age, nationality, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Position: R&D Manager

Leading a team of scientists and engineers within a Medical Device company, you will work as part of a multifunctional team to develop, design, and validate medical devices.

What the role involves:

1. Managing, motivating, and developing the R&D team.
2. Developing and managing the R&D budget.
3. Developing new mechanical device adhesives and sealants from concept to commercialisation, aligned with business strategy, quality systems, and development processes.
4. Planning and executing projects to deliver emerging technology, including validation activities and stakeholder communication.
5. Setting clear objectives for the R&D team to meet company needs.
6. Creating and refining product designs through DFM analysis, evaluating manufacturing capability, and addressing issues related to cost, quality, and volume targets.
7. Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, standards, and company policies.
8. Maintaining safety practices and GMP/GLP standards within R&D activities.
9. Maintaining design history files and risk management files for all devices developed.
10. Generating and reviewing R&D documentation such as protocols and reports.
11. Providing monthly project, resource, and budget reports.
12. Keeping stakeholders informed of progress and issues.
13. Supporting other departments with technical expertise, stability, CAPA, and audits.
14. Analyzing and mitigating project risks, establishing contingency plans.
15. Representing R&D interests at a senior level and engaging in strategic activities.

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience managing an R&D team of scientists and engineers.
• Innovative thinking for solution identification.
• Successful experience in Design for Manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations independently.
• Effective collaboration in multidisciplinary teams.
• Results-driven with initiative and a positive attitude.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.