Global R&D Portfolio & Program Lead

Bausch + Lomb; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Bausch + Lomb is seeking a Project Manager for the R&D Global Portfolio within the Surgical line to lead worldwide product development strategy, define scope, budget, timelines, risks, and resources. The role translates customer needs into product requirements and supports global registration and launch planning.

You will influence cross-functional teams without direct authority, partnering with Commercial, Operations, and R&D to ensure alignment, maintain data in GPPM systems, and deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or related field required.
• Advanced degree in Science, Engineering, or Business preferred.
• Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical industries recommended.

Responsibilities

• Defines project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Establishes Target Product Profile (TPP) and key value drivers.
• Develops financial models and supports risk analysis.
• Supports development and execution of regulatory strategy and global launch planning.
• Coordinates intellectual property (IP) strategy execution.
• Applies structured problem-solving in complex environments.
• Develops and maintains resource plans; resolves conflicts to maintain project schedule commitments.
• Guides teams in proactive risk identification, mitigation, and contingency planning.
• Communicates project interdependencies, risks, and issues clearly and effectively.
• Partners with Commercial, Operations, and R&D to ensure full support for the project.
• Facilitates team alignment and execution of project plans.
• Provides input on team member performance to functional managers.
• Serves as the central point of communication for project status, risks, and escalations.
• Maintains accurate data in GPPM systems and delivers timely reports to support decision-making.
• Prepares and presents Business Gate Reviews to ensure alignment and approval of project progression.
• Maintains adherence to SOPs, GMP, design control, EHS standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Conducts lessons learned and implements best practices across teams.
• Coordinates project budgets with cross-functional partners and tracks financial performance.
• May support business development activities, including due diligence and strategic partnerships.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Influencing stakeholders

Deadline management

Education

Bachelors degree in Science, Engineering, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bausch + Lomb is seeking a Project Manager for the R&D Global Portfolio within the Surgical line to lead worldwide product development strategy, define scope, budget, timelines, risks, and resources. The role translates customer needs into product requirements and supports global registration and launch planning.

You will influence cross-functional teams without direct authority, partnering with Commercial, Operations, and R&D to ensure alignment, maintain data in GPPM systems, and deliver