Research Director

2 days ago


Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States AllSTEM Connections Full time
Job Title: Research Director

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Director to lead our global R&D team in driving technological change and advancement. The successful candidate will have a proven ability to apply the scientific method to answer fundamental questions, enabling the development and delivery of disruptive new technologies that will support our productization programs and drive organic growth.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead assessment and development of new enabling technologies in support of our organizational strategy.
  • Manage multiple internal and external research projects from inception through completion, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet technical specifications.
  • Balance internal vs. external research investment to leverage our strengths and address our weaknesses.
  • Plan, execute, and deliver on technology roadmap development, ensuring technologies are proven and ready to support new product development roadmap programs.
  • Manage personnel across the Research organization, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of research outcomes into products and solutions.
  • Identify and develop integration plans for critical enabling technologies in support of business strategy.
  • Provide technical escalation path for NVI programs.
  • Ensure all research activities comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Requirements:
  • Master's Degree in Engineering or the Sciences required, Ph.D. preferred.
  • MBA in business and technology management preferred.
  • Requires a minimum of 15 years of experience in leadership roles for instrumentation research and development with a proven track record of success.
  • Proven track record of external investment-driven technology access and development.
  • Strong knowledge of high-performance electro-optic instrumentation required.
  • Track record of commercially successful new technology and product releases.
  • Strong project management skills, keeping teams on time and under budget.
  • Experience directly managing a diverse team of domestic and international experts.
  • Experience with optical sciences, light scattering technologies, and theories.
  • Understanding of the use and application of Artificial Intelligence and machine learning.


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