R&D Product Development Manager (Mid-Level Manager)
RDMDPD.GEN.M2
The M2 role is a mid-level R&D management position accountable for a broader scope of product development activities than M1, overseeing multiple projects or an entire product development program.
The M2 role is a mid-level R&D management position accountable for a broader scope of product development activities than M1, overseeing multiple projects or an entire product development program.
The story of this role
Who does this work
The innovative R&D manager in medical device product development who wants to lead groundbreaking projects that improve patient lives and navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
The problem this role solves
- The external problem: Challenges in developing compliant and effective medical devices due to stringent regulations and rapidly evolving technologies.
- The internal problem: Feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to innovate while ensuring that products meet safety and efficacy standards.
- Why it matters: Believing that every patient deserves access to advanced medical solutions that can enhance their quality of life.
The plan
- Leverage critical thinking skills to identify innovative solutions for existing medical challenges.
- Conduct thorough market research and collaboration with cross-functional teams to align product development with clinical needs.
- Implement strategic execution processes while ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance.
- Utilize active listening to gather insights from healthcare professionals and patients for product improvement.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the R&D team.
What's at stake
Encountering significant delays or failures in product development due to non-compliance or oversight in regulatory processes. Struggling to maintain team morale and creativity in a high-pressure environment, leading to missed opportunities for innovation.
Success looks like
Successfully launching cutting-edge medical devices that receive regulatory approval and positively impact patient care. Building a reputation as a leading expert in the medical device development field, attracting top talent and partnerships.
Summary
The M2 role is a mid-level R&D management position accountable for a broader scope of product development activities than M1, overseeing multiple projects or an entire product development program.
Level — M2 — Manager II
Manages an established team or sub-function; owns planning and performance for the group.
- Scope
- An established team or sub-function
- Autonomy
- Owns planning for the group
- Complexity
- Cross-project coordination and priorities
- Impact
- Group delivery and development
- Decision rights
- Owns staffing, priorities, performance for the group
- Leadership
- Manages a team; sometimes manages leads
- Typical experience
- 5–8 yrs
Core outputs
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Responsibilities7
- Oversee a portfolio of R&D projects or a major program.commonlevel
- Manage multiple teams and allocate resources across projects.commonlevel
- Provide high-level technical oversight across projects.commonlevel
- Coordinate with other functions for project alignment.commonlevel
- Contribute to R&D roadmapping and product strategy.commonlevel
- Manage risks at a program level.commonlevel
- Provide leadership to direct reports and develop their skills.commonlevel
Tasks3
- Oversee project portfolioscommonlevel
- Align projects with strategic goalscommonlevel
- Manage program-level riskscommonlevel
Skills8
- Project portfolio managementcommonlevel
- Resource allocationcommonlevel
- Technical oversightcommonlevel
- Cross-functional coordinationcommonlevel
- Strategic planningcommonlevel
- Risk managementcommonlevel
- Leadership developmentcommonlevel
- Decision-makingcommonlevel
Knowledge8
- Project managementcommonlevel
- Strategic planningcommonlevel
- Resource managementcommonlevel
- Technical oversightcommonlevel
- Risk managementcommonlevel
- Cross-functional collaborationcommonlevel
- R&D roadmappingcommonlevel
- Product strategycommonlevel
competency7
- Broader Management Spancommonlevel
- Greater Strategic Role in Executioncommonlevel
- Decision-Making Authoritycommonlevel
- Policy and Process Inputcommonlevel
- Comprehensive Department Knowledgecommonlevel
- Impact and Visibilitycommonlevel
- Inter-Team Influencecommonlevel
qualification4
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related scientific field.commonlevel
- Experience managing multiple projects or a major program.commonlevel
- Advanced degree in a relevant field.commonlevel
- Experience in strategic planning and resource allocation.commonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
| Alias | Type | Confidence | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| R&D Product Development Manager | common | medium0.50 | — |
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O*NET / SOC
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