Abbott
Sr. R&D Program Manager
Abbott, Alameda, California, United States, 94501
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:
The OpportunityOur location in Alameda, California has an opportunity for a Sr. R&D Program Manager. This position manages programs of small to medium scope, or a significant subsection of a large program. Sr. Managers manage larger programs. Leads cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategies for new product development and successful commercialization. Manages matrixed resources to ensure programs meet their agreed upon milestones and deliverables. Represents the program to the organization, reports core team progress, program recommendations, risks, and resolutions of issues to senior leadership.What you will work on:Lead core teams towards program objectives.Communicates with all levels of the organization, from operators on the floor to the President in order to represent the objectives, risks, and needs for the program.Lead activities across numerous functions to meet the objectives of a given program including scope, budget, and schedule.Establish and maintain the program and product Design History File.In partnership with the Program Director and fellow core team members, develop comprehensive program plans, which identify objectives, strategy, risks/risk mitigation, budget, effort estimates, and schedule for new product development.Identifies opportunities for improving overall business performance of the program.Develops plans with core members to eliminate and/or mitigate risk. If risks cannot be mitigated within the core team, determines appropriate means to communicate and elevate issues to appropriate individuals within the organization.In partnership with the Director, identifies opportunities for improving overall performance of the program.Work closely with functional core team leaders and mentor when necessary.Maintains a safe and professional work environment.Complies with worldwide medical device regulations including U.S. FDA, company policies, and Good Manufacturing Practices.Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.Required Qualifications:Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Science equivalent8+ years of experience required for progressively responsible experience in engineering or related technical discipline. (years of experience vary depending on Grade level)Preferred Qualifications:Ability to work in a matrixed and geographically diverse business environment. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results.Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment. Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.Multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in a timely manner. Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable.Preferred- 3 years’ experience directly managing technical staff. Extensive medical device industry experience.Program/Project Management certifications.Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model.Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time, including internationally.The base pay for this position is
$125,700.00 – $251,500.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Product DevelopmentDIVISION:
ADC Diabetes CareLOCATION:
United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop RoadADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
United States > Milpitas : 1820 McCarthy BlvdWORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
Yes, 20 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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The OpportunityOur location in Alameda, California has an opportunity for a Sr. R&D Program Manager. This position manages programs of small to medium scope, or a significant subsection of a large program. Sr. Managers manage larger programs. Leads cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategies for new product development and successful commercialization. Manages matrixed resources to ensure programs meet their agreed upon milestones and deliverables. Represents the program to the organization, reports core team progress, program recommendations, risks, and resolutions of issues to senior leadership.What you will work on:Lead core teams towards program objectives.Communicates with all levels of the organization, from operators on the floor to the President in order to represent the objectives, risks, and needs for the program.Lead activities across numerous functions to meet the objectives of a given program including scope, budget, and schedule.Establish and maintain the program and product Design History File.In partnership with the Program Director and fellow core team members, develop comprehensive program plans, which identify objectives, strategy, risks/risk mitigation, budget, effort estimates, and schedule for new product development.Identifies opportunities for improving overall business performance of the program.Develops plans with core members to eliminate and/or mitigate risk. If risks cannot be mitigated within the core team, determines appropriate means to communicate and elevate issues to appropriate individuals within the organization.In partnership with the Director, identifies opportunities for improving overall performance of the program.Work closely with functional core team leaders and mentor when necessary.Maintains a safe and professional work environment.Complies with worldwide medical device regulations including U.S. FDA, company policies, and Good Manufacturing Practices.Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.Required Qualifications:Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Science equivalent8+ years of experience required for progressively responsible experience in engineering or related technical discipline. (years of experience vary depending on Grade level)Preferred Qualifications:Ability to work in a matrixed and geographically diverse business environment. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results.Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment. Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.Multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in a timely manner. Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable.Preferred- 3 years’ experience directly managing technical staff. Extensive medical device industry experience.Program/Project Management certifications.Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model.Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time, including internationally.The base pay for this position is
$125,700.00 – $251,500.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Product DevelopmentDIVISION:
ADC Diabetes CareLOCATION:
United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop RoadADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
United States > Milpitas : 1820 McCarthy BlvdWORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
Yes, 20 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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