Head of Global R&D Portfolio & Programs

Bausch + Lomb; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 175,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bausch + Lomb in the United States is seeking a Director of R&D Global Portfolio and Project Management to lead a team of PMs and coordinators across Vision Care, Surgical, or Pharma. You will drive governance, translate customer needs into product requirements, and shape global launch strategies.

The role requires 10+ years in medical device/pharma and R&D leadership, strong communication, budgeting, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years in Medical Device/Pharma and 10+ years in R&D project management and leadership.
• Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills.
• Experience with GMP, SOPs, and regulatory awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of project managers and coordinators.
• Govern NPD governance board and ensure portfolio alignment.
• Translate customer needs into product requirements and planning.
• Oversee budgets, timelines, risk management, and governance.
• Collaborate with HR to attract and retain talent.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Portfolio management

Cross-functional collaboration

GPPM processes

Agile methodologies

Budget management

Education

BS/BA in Science or Engineering

Advanced degree in science, engineering or business preferred

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Bausch + Lomb in the United States is seeking a Director of R&D Global Portfolio and Project Management to lead a team of PMs and coordinators across Vision Care, Surgical, or Pharma. You will drive governance, translate customer needs into product requirements, and shape global launch strategies.

The role requires 10+ years in medical device/pharma and R&D leadership, strong communication, budgeting, and process improvement.