Mgr R&D

Medline Industries, LP; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Medline Industries, LP is seeking an experienced R&D leader to manage the Research and Development function, aligning staff and resources with product development initiatives.

You will oversee project management, collaborate across regulatory, quality, and manufacturing, and drive innovative healthcare solutions while ensuring timely delivery and adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Biology or related field.
• At least 4 years of R&D experience in the healthcare industry.
• Experience assessing and initiating actions independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage the activities and accountability of a team to meet deadlines and goals.
• Collaborate with divisional personnel, quality, regulatory, legal, and manufacturers to identify projects and timelines.
• Identify issues and risks and develop contingency plans.
• Research, plan, and implement new products, programs, and protocols.

Skills

R&D experience in healthcare

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Job description

Job Summary

Manage Research and Development (R&D) function and resources to include: employees, project management, stability or other research related functional areas in support of Medline product development.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the activities and accountability of a team to ensure that deadlines and project goals are met. Contribute to resource planning based on evolving organizational needs. Collaborate with divisional personnel, quality, regulatory, legal, and manufacturers to identify projects and new product initiatives, develop timelines, identify necessary resources, and establish clear lines of communication to ensure successful execution. Identify issues and risks that might delay a project and make recommendations or develop contingency plans. Evaluate new technologies and products. Remain up-to-date with new developments in the field, nationally and internationally, and incorporate as required Research, plan, and implement new products, programs, and/or protocols.

Management responsibilities include:

• Day-to-day operations of a group of employees.
• May have limited budgetary responsibility and usually contributes to budgetary impact;
• Interpret and execute policies for departments/projects and develops.
• Recommend and implement new policies or modifications to existing policies.
• Provide general guidelines and parameters for staff functioning.
• Hiring staff, recommending pay increases, performing performance reviews, training and development of staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology or related field.
• Certification / Licensure: None
• Work Experience: At least 4 years of R&D experience in the healthcare industry.
• Experience assessing and initiating actions independently.
• Experience taking charge of a situation, team or project.
• Experience processing all relevant details, understanding and prioritizing their importance and drawing clear and concise conclusions.
• Experience using time management skills such as prioritizing/organizing and tracking details and meeting deadlines of multiple projects with varying completion dates.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: None

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology or related field.
• Certification / Licensure: None
• Work Experience: At least 5 years of R&D experience in the healthcare industry.
• Experience controlling and coordinating concurrent projects, competing priorities and critical deadlines.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: None

Compensation and Benefits

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position: $134,000.00 - $201,000.00 Annual The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities.

This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

• Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average.
• For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.

Company Culture and Inclusion

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer.

Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career.

We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best.

Explore our Belonging page here.

Through our culture of belonging, our agile and resilient global team is determined to get our customers exactly what they need, at the right time, every time.

About Medline

Medline is the largest provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions serving all points of care. Through its broad product portfolio, resilient supply chain and leading clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes. Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories.

To learn more about how Medline makes healthcare run better, visit www.medline.com.