Project Manager R&D

Medline Industries, LP; Northfield Township (IL); On-site; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Medline Industries, LP is seeking a seasoned project and product development leader to guide the creation of medical devices, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and/or OTC/ANDA/NDA drug developments. You will manage end-to-end projects and lead cross-functional teams across R&D, quality, regulatory, manufacturing, and product divisions.

Responsibilities include planning budgets, schedules, risk assessments, and applying agile project management.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a medical device or pharmaceutical related field.
• Knowledge of design controls, risk assessments, and the 510(k) process.
• Familiarity with project management and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects, balance corporate priorities, and ensure team alignment across functional areas to meet deadlines and goals.
• Manage the product development process utilizing an iterative agile project management framework.
• Independently oversee a portfolio of projects and ensure alignment of goals across divisions.
• Develop, communicate, and track project plans, budgets, scope, timelines, and end dates; translate goals into tasks.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify issues causing delays or cost overruns and develop contingency plans.
• Maintain team morale and engagement through transparent communication.
• Compile technical justifications and data summaries in support of product claims.
• Lead process improvement initiatives.
• Represent Medline on ASTM/AAM/ISO technical committees and contribute to new standards.

Skills

Project management

Microsoft Project

Travel up to 10%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science related field

Job description

Job Summary

The position will guide the development of medical devices, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and/or OTC/ANDA/NDA drugs. Manage and oversee all aspects of product development projects. This position will be responsible for leading collaborative, multifunctional teams consisting of R&D personnel, quality, regulatory, manufacturing, and product divisions.

Job Description

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage assigned projects, balance corporate priorities, and ensure team alignment across functional areas to ensure that project deadlines and goals are met
• Manage the product development process utilizing an iterative agile project management framework.
• Independently oversee a portfolio of projects and ensure that project and divisional goals are aligned.
• Develop, communicate, and track project plans, objectives, budgets, scope, timelines, and projected end dates. Translate project goals into project tasks.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify issues that may cause project delays or cost overruns and develop contingency plans to mitigate the impact. Compile risk profiles associated with scope creep and changing project requirements.
• Maintain team morale and engagement by ensuring constant and transparent communication.
• Compile technical justifications and data summaries in support of product claims.
• Lead process improvement initiatives.
• Represent Medline on various ASTM/AAM/ISO technical committees and contribute to the development of new test standards.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science related field.

Certification / Licensure:

• None

Work Experience:

• At least 2 years of experience in a medical device or pharmaceutical related field.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Project management
• Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of medical device requirements (Class I-II), design controls, risk assessments, and the 510k process.
• Position may require travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (domestic and international).

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• None

Certification / Licensure:

• PMP Certification.
• Experience in the development and launch of new medical/pharma products.

Work Experience:

• None

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• None

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

$92,000.00 - $138,000.00 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. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click https://urldefense.com/v3/ https:/digital.alight.com/medline ;!!DjNdo6avjEs!o-bxZ6fy_WNH13q2FLYYmUMb1U4cic3ioox3ulm5dkpyivWM09cd64RN8rHuDH5AQKNiwEzHU2VbVJht5ginULSy5aJGsA$.

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 pagehere.

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.