Head of Risk Management, Life Sciences (Hybrid)

B. BRAUN MEDICAL (US) INC; Bethlehem (Northampton County); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

B. Braun Medical Inc. is seeking a strategic Head of Risk Management to lead risk programs for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, and combination products.

This leadership role oversees risk management systems, statistical methodologies, and continuous improvement initiatives that support product quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The Head of Risk Management will manage a team of risk management specialists and applied statisticians while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Statistics, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in risk management, quality, reliability, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience leading complex projects and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve risk management systems across the product lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate product and process risks while promoting a culture of quality and safety.
• Manage and develop a team of Risk Management Specialists and Applied Statisticians.
• Drive the use of risk management and statistical tools to improve product reliability and manufacturing performance.
• Partner with global teams to standardize risk management practices and implement harmonized electronic systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, including ISO 14971 and ICH Q9.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Statistics

Quality systems

Continuous improvement

Usability risk mgmt

Cybersecurity risk mgmt

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

B. Braun Medical Inc. is seeking a strategic Head of Risk Management to lead risk programs for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, and combination products.

This leadership role oversees risk management systems, statistical methodologies, and continuous improvement initiatives that support product quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The Head of Risk Management will manage a team of risk management specialists and applied statisticians while