We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced R&D Manager to manage R&D departmental activities. This person would have the opportunity for consideration for R&D Director within one to two years.

Requirements

• PhD in Organic or Polymer Chemistry.
• A minimum of 10 years work experience, with at least 5 years of "hands-on" experience managing both research projects and staff in a non-academic setting.
• Solid knowledge of dental adhesives, composites or related areas such as resin coatings.
• Background and experience within the dental (or medical device) industry preferred.
• Well-established accomplishments in product development and research.
• Strong understanding of Design Control and Project Management concepts.
• Leadership/executive/management skills including the ability to motivate, prioritize, and communicate with flexibility, sound business judgment and “big picture” focus.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to R&D scientists and promote proper Design Control and Project Management protocols. 
• Ensure strong performance of R&D operations through supervision and review. 
• Provide departmental and project progress reports per management reporting requirements.
• Participate in research studies and seek to author scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities as Director would also include the following:

• Develop departmental operating plans and manage R&D resources accordingly. 
• Work with universities and research groups to explore potential product licensing opportunities, joint research studies and other partnership projects. 
• Attend key research meetings and events as the Company’s research leader and ambassador. 
• Enforce and improve the Company’s Intellectual Property interests, working with outside counsel. 
• Provide direction and insight for the Company’s innovation plans as co-chair of the New Product Development Committee, responsible for planning and approving product and technology development projects. 
• As member of the Company’s management team, establish, execute and monitor performance against budgets and Strategic Plan through inter-departmental cooperation.

Your success will depend on your ability to generate sales. BISCO will provide the training, sales tools, and on-going support to help both you and the company succeed together.

Relocation expenses may be covered.  Forward your resume, including salary history to:

HRD-SRRDMGR
BISCO, INC.
1100 W. Irving Park Road
Schaumburg, IL 60193
resumes@bisco.com
FAX: (847) 534-6111