Regional Research Director Europe (f/m/d)

GE HealthCare (United States); Ascoli Piceno; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive rewards

professional development opportunities

flexible working arrangements

employee wellbeing programs

local market salary alignment

information on salary ranges where req

Job summary

GE HealthCare cerca un/a leader europeo per guidare una squadra regionale di Manager della Ricerca, definire strategie di ricerca e collaborazione e costruire partnership con università, fornitori di assistenza sanitaria e enti pubblici per stimolare l'innovazione.

La posizione è aperta in qualunque paese europeo con una presenza GE HealthCare; richiede esperienza nella gestione di programmi di finanziamento e nel coordinare stakeholder a livello esecutivo, con focus su impatto scientifico,

Qualifications

• PhD, MD o laurea avanzata in scienze della vita, ingegneria biomedica, assistenza sanitaria, imaging medico o campo correlato.
• Esperienza significativa nella guida di progetti di ricerca, innovazione, partnership accademiche o programmi di collaborazione nel settore sanitario.
• Comprovata esperienza nel gestire team e sviluppare talenti ad alte prestazioni.
• Competenza nello sviluppo di partnership strategiche con accademia, ospedali, enti di ricerca e agenzie governative.
• Competenza nella gestione di grant funding e leadership di progetti multi-stakeholder.
• Capacità di influenzare stakeholder esecutivi e guidare iniziative cross-funzionali.
• Conoscenza di governance, aspetti normativi, contrattuali e IP.
• Leadership strategica e visione.
• Collaborazione interculturale e influenza senza autorità.
• Gestione di programmi di finanziamento e pipeline di fondi.
• Governance della ricerca, aspetti normativi e IP.

Responsibilities

• Definire ed eseguire la strategia regionale di ricerca e collaborazione allineata alle priorità
• Identificare e guidare partnership strategiche con accademia, healthcare systems e enti governativi
• Sviluppare quadri di collaborazione a lungo termine creando valore scientifico, clinico e commerciale
• Rappresentare le attività di ricerca e collaborazione con partner esterni
• Consigliare la direzione sull’opportunità, tendenze e investimenti
• Guidare e sviluppare un team di Regional Research Managers su geografie
• Stabilire obiettivi, piani di sviluppo e priorità per il team
• Costruire capacità nella gestione della collaborazione, finanziamenti e coinvolgimento delle parti interessate
• Favorire una cultura ad alte prestazioni incentrata sull’innovazione e sull’esecuzione
• Supervisionare portfolio regionale di collaborazioni, grant e programmi di innovazione
• Guidare relazioni esecutive con conti strategici prioritari e partnership di punta
• Assicurare traguardi e risultati e governare i programmi mediante revisioni di governance
• Definire la strategia di finanziamento regionale e allinearsi all’ufficio grant
• Identificare e dare priorità a opportunità di finanziamento e supportare le domande di sovvenzione
• Mantenere relazioni con enti finanziatori e reti di innovazione
• Supervisionare pipeline di finanziamento, conformità e reporting
• Interagire con dirigenti e partner esterni per avanzare le partnership
• Rappresentare GE HealthCare a conferenze e forum
• Collaborare con team trasversali (Clinical, Regulatory, Legal, Product Development, Commercial, Government Affairs)
• Stabilire framework di governance KPI e monitorare budget e rischi
• Fornire aggiornamenti esecutivi e raccomandazioni strategiche

Education

PhD, MD, o laurea avanzata in Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare, Medical Imaging o campo correlato

Job description

Overview

In this role, you lead a Europe-wide team of Regional Research Managers to steer the research, innovation, and academic collaboration strategy. You will build and manage high-impact partnerships with academia, healthcare providers, and government bodies to advance scientific innovation and business growth. You will engage executives and key stakeholders to accelerate research output and long-term value creation. The position can be based in any European country with a GE HealthCare entity, offering a broad, impact-driven leadership opportunity.

Retribuzione / Benefits

• competitive rewards
• professional development opportunities
• flexible working arrangements
• employee wellbeing programs
• local market salary alignment
• information on salary ranges where required

Responsabilità

• Define and execute regional research and collaboration strategy aligned with priorities
• Identify and lead strategic partnerships with academia, healthcare systems, and government agencies
• Develop long-term collaboration frameworks creating scientific, clinical, and commercial value
• Represent research and collaboration activities with external partners
• Advise senior leadership on opportunities, trends, and investments
• Lead and develop a team of Regional Research Managers across geographies
• Set objectives, development plans, and priorities for the team
• Build capabilities in collaboration management, grant funding, and stakeholder engagement
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on innovation and execution
• Oversee regional portfolio of collaborations, grants, and innovation programs
• Lead executive relationships with high-priority strategic accounts and flagship partnerships
• Ensure milestones and outcomes are achieved and govern programs via governance reviews
• Define regional funding strategy and align with the Grant Office
• Identify and prioritize funding opportunities and support grant applications
• Maintain relationships with funding agencies and innovation networks
• Oversee funding pipelines, compliance, and reporting
• Engage with senior executives and external partners to advance partnerships
• Represent GE HealthCare at conferences and forums
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Clinical, Regulatory, Legal, Product Development, Commercial, Government Affairs)
• Establish governance frameworks, KPIs, and monitor budgets and risks
• Provide executive updates and strategic recommendations

Requisiti fondamentali

• PhD, MD, or advanced degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare, Medical Imaging, or related field
• Significant experience leading research, innovation, academic partnerships, or collaboration programs in healthcare, med-tech, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or related industries
• Proven experience managing teams and developing high-performing talent
• Proven success in developing strategic partnerships with academia, hospitals, research organizations, and government agencies
• Strong experience in research grant acquisition and multi-stakeholder project leadership
• Experience influencing executive stakeholders and leading cross-functional initiatives
• Strong understanding of governance, regulatory, contracting, and IP considerations
• Strategic and visionary leadership
• Cross-cultural collaboration
• Influence without authority
• Grant funding and funding program management
• Research governance, regulatory, and IP considerations
• Cross-functional program leadership