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 OPPORTUNITY:
The Director of R&D Excellence will lead efforts to educate, implement, and advance R&D Excellence principles and practices across the Infectious Diseases BU global R&D organization. This role requires extensive internal and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-impact, sustainable business results. The Director will foster a culture of continuous improvement within a fast-paced working environment.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON:
- Strategic Leadership: Serve on the R&D Senior Leadership Team, spearheading the development of Global R&D Excellence framework and initiatives.
- Implementation: Create comprehensive training materials including DMAIC, Sprint Planning Daily Management, 5S Program, VPM (Visual Program Management), and Kaizen. Organize “trainer the trainer” programs and oversee the rollout of training modules.
- Innovation: Establish robust R&D innovation processes and facilitate the construction of the Innovation Roadmap.
- Project Leadership: Identify key projects, teams, and champions to implement RDEx modules. Enhance problem-solving capabilities within the R&D organization and foster a culture of on-time delivery.
- Transform Culture: Drive transformational change by engaging personnel in the use of R&D Excellence tools and methodologies, utilizing change management strategies.
- Performance Metrics: Conduct benchmarking and identify key performance indicators to measure the success of the RDEx program, and pinpoint improvement opportunities.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, embedding the RDEx mindset and fostering a culture of critical thinking and efficiency.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters Degree (± 18 years) Medical Devices, Diagnostics, or related field.
- Ability to translate strategies into practical goals.
- Practical knowledge of modern operational excellence tools and programs such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Toyota Production Systems, Danaher Business Systems, and similar methodologies.
- Proven experience in R&D leadership roles, preferably within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
- Strong knowledge of R&D Excellence principles and methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive organizational change.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Experience in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
- Experience with change management and continuous improvement initiatives preferred.
- Certification in relevant methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean) preferred.
- Established people manager with above experience
APPLY NOW:
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The base pay for this position is
$169,300.00 – $338,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:Product Development
DIVISION:ID Infectious Disease
LOCATION:United States > San Diego : 4545 Towne Center Court
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:Standard
TRAVEL:Yes, 10 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
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