🚀 Vice President Research and Development- Advanced Access Devices (AAD) and Peripheral Intraveno[...]

Vice President Research and Development – Advanced Access Devices (AAD) and Peripheral Intravenous Catheter (PIVC)

BD is seeking a transformative and execution focused leader to serve as Vice President of R&D for its $2B+ Advanced Access Devices (AAD) and Peripheral Intravenous Catheter (PIVC) portfolio. This global role will lead global R&D teams driving innovation, executional excellence, and customer-centric product development to improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Reporting: Vice President of R&D for Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS). Member of the MDS R&D Leadership Team.

Segment: BD Medical. Business: Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS). Location: Salt Lake City, Utah (4 days per week min). Relocation assistance provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and communicate a compelling, patient-centered vision that aligns with BD’s mission to advance the world of health.
• Lead and align global R&D teams fostering a culture of collaborative execution across geographies.
• Oversee the full product development lifecycle, from concept through commercialization, ensuring technical rigor and cross-functional alignment.
• Champion the Global Product Development System (GPDS) and drive an execution excellence mindset.
• Partner in innovation pipeline development, including early-stage concept development, technology scouting, and advanced development.
• Leverage digital technologies, data analytics, and AI/ML where applicable to enhance product performance and clinical outcomes.
• Build and sustain a robust innovation pipeline for the Advanced Access Devices and PIVC platforms.
• Identify unmet clinical needs, emerging technologies, and market opportunities to shape BD’s long-term innovation strategy.
• Focus on truly engaging and visiting our customers to inform innovation and product development integrating diverse perspectives, clinical insights, and market intelligence.
• Own and oversee the full product lifecycle—from concept through development, launch, post-market support, and end-of-life.
• Act as a change agent, driving transformation and agility within the R&D organization.
• Attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent across global sites; build a strong leadership pipeline and technical bench through mentorship and career development.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Operations, Quality, Finance, Legal, and other functions as needed to ensure seamless product development, clinical validation, and global commercialization.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field (PhD or Master’s preferred).
• 15+ years of progressive experience in medical device R&D, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success in leading transformational initiatives and building high-performing, mission-driven teams.
• Experience managing global teams and navigating cross-cultural collaboration.
• Deep understanding of vascular access technologies, infusion therapy, and related clinical environments.
• Previous experience with heavy consumable/disposable medical devices.
• Strong grasp of global regulatory requirements and design control processes.
• Customer mindset; can provide examples of leveraging field insights.
• Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience, at scale, with catheter technologies, infusion systems, or vascular access platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in matrixed, global organizations.
• Track record of delivering customer-centric innovations that drive market growth.
• Passion for talent development and organizational health.

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