Associate Manager, Research and Development

Position Overview

We are inviting applications for the role of Associate Research & Development Manager at our Global R&D Innovation Centre in Cork, Ireland. The successful candidate will lead and expand a multifunctional engineering team focused on creating Orthopaedic instruments that support both our Orthopaedic Instruments and Mako Robotic product divisions. This pivotal leadership position involves collaborating directly with customers to design new instrumentation and planning strategic product portfolio developments for a 5 to 10-year horizon alongside marketing partners.

Technical and Managerial Duties

• Drive talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies to cultivate a highly motivated team delivering superior results with enthusiasm and commitment.
• Proactively resolve challenges involving technical, operational, and personnel aspects.
• Exercise decision-making for project-related issues under appropriate guidance.
• Employ exceptional listening and communication abilities to influence and clearly articulate business goals, regulatory compliance, and technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders including customers, peers, and senior management.
• Promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging within the team, particularly in recruitment and staff development efforts.
• Lead projects from planning through budgeting to achievement of objectives, ensuring teams are staffed adequately with the right talent.
• Mentor peers in complex collaborative projects across functional units to foster innovation and align with corporate goals.

Business Responsibilities

• Maintain financial accountability for the direct team by engaging in budget creation, forecasting, and budget tracking.
• Participate in customer-related activities such as Voice of Customer initiatives and employ customer-centric design approaches in collaboration with internal and external partners.

Regulatory Compliance in Medical Devices

• Lead teams and coordinate with cross-functional colleagues to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for specific projects or programs.
• Set an example by adhering to and promoting adherence to design control procedures.
• Review and authorize, or delegate approval of, technical documentation and deliverables tied to projects and programs.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong foundational knowledge and experience in your technical or functional discipline, combined with the capability to mentor others effectively.
• Proven track record as a supportive performance coach capable of giving actionable feedback, establishing clear objectives, and managing performance.
• Working understanding of the healthcare market environment including competitor awareness.
• Experience in executing strategies for talent and performance management.
• Ability to communicate technical plans and information efficiently within the business unit.
• Demonstrated history of completing programs and business objectives on schedule, maintaining quality standards, and respecting budgets.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• At least six years of relevant experience, with preference given to candidates having direct people management experience.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this role in Ireland is between 69,000 and 115,000 EUR. This position may also be eligible for additional incentive compensation, including bonuses or commissions as applicable. Our comprehensive benefits package complements the base salary to support your overall well-being. Further compensation details will be conveyed by the recruitment team during the hiring process.

About Stryker

Stryker is a global leader in medical technology dedicated to improving healthcare worldwide. Our innovative offerings span MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics, and Spine, positively impacting over 150 million patients annually through collaboration with healthcare professionals globally.