Director R&D - Langer Medical

Company DescriptionDr. Langer Medical GmbH, based in Waldkirch, Germany, which has been part of Brainlab in Munich since 2022, has specialized in the development and marketing of highly innovative medical technology for intraoperative neuromonitoring and neurostimulation for more than 25 years. Our products are groundbreaking in design and handling and form the basis for our worldwide growth. It is therefore no coincidence that the products from Dr. Langer Medical as well as the company itself have been honored several times in the past with various prizes and awards.Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of our Research and Development team to lead and drive our R&D initiatives. In this role, you will be an essential member of our strategic leadership team, directly responsible for managing a cross-functional team that includes software developers, mechanical engineers and electronic hardware engineers. The ideal candidate combines deep scientific expertise with strong management skills and a passion for advancing healthcare. This position is based at Langer Medical’s headquarters in Waldkirch, near Freiburg, and reports directly to the General Manager.As Director R&D at Langer Medical, you willlead, develop and execute the R&D strategy aligned with company goals and market needsoversee the end-to-end R&D lifecycle, from concept ideation through product development to regulatory approvalmanage and mentor a multidisciplinary R&D team including software developers, mechanical engineers, and electronic engineers, fostering innovation, collaboration, and continuous learningcollaborate closely with the General Manager (GM) to align R&D objectives with overall business strategy and operational goalcollaborate closely with peers in quality management, production and purchasing to ensure seamless product deliveryidentify and implement improvement programs / activities in all areas of R&Ddevelop and maintain close relationship with clinical KOLscoordinate deliverables with internal and external stakeholdersassess requirements and implement solutions to ensure employee developmentsupport GM in realizing our national and international growth plans by defining and implementing the appropriate structure and processesact as interface to Brainlab R&D teams and foster and coordinate intercompany development projects in the areas of neurosurgery, spine and data scienceWe are looking for proactive people, eager to learn and grow, who bring their own ideas and make a difference.QualificationsUniversity degree in a field of study which is related to the Langer Medical business and R&D technologies (e.g. engineering, physics, electrical engineering, medical engineering, etc. )Strong record of successfully leading a mid-size to large teamStrong organizational skills and proven ability to develop and implement long-term strategies / goalsGood business sense and proven experience in business partner managementGood understanding in Medical Device development for Class II and IIIFluent communication skills in English and GermanAdditional InformationA mutually-supportive, international teamMeaningful work with a lasting impact on medical technology30 vacation days, plus December 24th and December 31stFlexible working hoursRegular team, and company eventsInternal company fitness programComprehensive training and continuing education opportunities offered by BrainlabTOP 100 innovator and employer of the future 2022Ready to apply? We look forward to receiving your online application including your first available start date and desired salary. Contact person: Géraldine Ferrer