R&d Manager - Front End Innovation Technical Development

Solventum

Maplewood, MN, US
$163,200 - $224,400; not specified; medical, denta...
Hybrid - required on-site at maplewood, mn/eagan, mn, or san antonio, tx office on a weekly basis.
Front-end innovation
Technology exploration programs
Early technical de-risking
Solventum is seeking an R&D Manager for Front End Innovation Technical Development, focusing on healthcare solutions. The role requires at least 7 years of relevant experience in a regulated industry, preferably medical devices, and emphasizes collaboration and curiosity in innovation

Job Summary

  • Assisting in the Identification and prioritization of front-end innovation (FEI) and technology exploration programs that shape future products, platforms, and technology strategies.
  • Driving early technical de-risking by supporting direct reports in identifying critical unknowns, designing focused experiments, and generating data that clarifies feasibility, scalability, and differentiation.
  • Working collaboratively with Product Development, Marketing, Medical Affairs, Manufacturing, Quality, and Regulatory to ensure front-end solutions are actionable and positioned for effective transition to new product development.

Matching Summary

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Solventum is seeking an R&D Manager for Front End Innovation Technical Development, focusing on healthcare solutions. The role requires at least 7 years of relevant experience in a regulated industry, preferably medical devices, and emphasizes collaboration and curiosity in innovation.

Salary

$163,200 - $224,400; Not specified; Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • front-end innovation
  • technology exploration programs
  • early technical de-risking
  • experimentation and learning
  • external technology awareness

Nice-to-have

  • collaboration with diverse people
  • fostering curiosity and teamwork
  • integrating external insights

Key Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree in science or engineering
  • 7 years of relevant experience
  • regulated industry experience
  • medical devices preferred
  • design controls experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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