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Responding to the CSO, the Head of Research will play a crucial role in shaping and executing the research and development strategy, collaborating with a diverse team of biomedical engineers, biologists, clinicians, and quality and regulatory experts.
Role and Responsibilities
• Overseeing and coordinating research and development projects for implantable medical devices, from concept to preclinical validation.
• Developing innovative technologies and advanced biomaterials to promote tissue regeneration and enhance the biocompatibility of implants.
• Analyzing the biological interactions between implant and organism, optimizing strategies to minimize inflammatory and immune responses.
• Designing and overseeing preclinical investigations.
• Taking care of the budget, documentation, and staffing of research projects.
• Collaborating with Marketing and Sales to evaluate market opportunities.
• Delivering recurrent updates on the progress and possible obstacles facing a project to the project management team.
• Collaborating with Regulatory Affairs for compliance with main international requirements (MDR, FDA, ISO 10993) and supporting the preparation of technical documentation.
• Collaborating with Manufacturing in the design transfer of late-stage projects.
• Establish strategic partnerships with universities, hospitals, and biotech companies to drive innovation forward.
• Support the Clinical Operations Team in planning and performing clinical studies.
• Staying on top of new technologies and scientific trends in biomaterials, tissue engineering/regeneration, and implant biology.
• Managing funding requests and grant projects, such as Horizon Europe, PNRR, and regional tenders.
• Writing of peer-reviewed publications
• Participating in congresses/conference/trade fairs
• Lead and inspire the R&D team, fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration.
Requirements
• Education: Master's degree or PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, Biotechnology, Biology, or related disciplines.
• Experience: At least 5 years in R&D in life science, preferably in organizations with multiple clinical areas with a focus on orthopedic regenerative medicine.
Technical skills:
• In-depth knowledge of biomaterials, tissue engineering/regeneration scaffolds, and biological interactions.
• Experience with preclinical testing, biocompatibility assessment, and immune response modulation strategies.
• Knowledge of silk fibroin properties and processing is a plus.
• Knowledge of medical device quality systems and design controls procedures is a plus.
• Ability to present/teach detailed technical information.
• Familiarity with standards and regulations for implantable medical devices (MDR, ISO 10993, FDA).
• Ability to manage and write grant and funding projects.
• Demonstration of high-level scientific writing and presenting skills.
Soft skills:
• Leadership and ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Innovative and problem-solving mentality.
• Excellent communication and networking skills.
• Languages: Italian (fluent), English (excellent level, written and spoken).