R&D Manager

Position: R&D Manager

About us

LTS is a leading pharmaceutical technology company that develops and manufactures innovative drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry.

LTS´ commercial offering encompasses more than 20 marketed products.

LTS operates today from 5 sites: Netanya (Israel), Adrenarche (Germany), West Caldwell (NJ, USA), St. Paul (MN, USA), and Shanghai (China).

About the role

We are looking for an excellent R&D Manager to join our team in Israel and manage the Research & Mechanics team.

The position is permanent, full time, hybrid.

Responsibilities:

• Manage 3 R&D engineers.
• Lead and execute complex technical investigations involving multidisciplinary systems (mechanical, hardware, software, material, and device-related aspects).
• Lead and drive design improvements based on data-driven insights and investigation outcomes.
• Responsible for all mechanical aspects in the department.
• Provide analytical and technical support throughout the product lifecycle, serving as a key technical contact for global pharmaceutical companies.
• Design and oversee advanced characterization studies (material, mechanical, functional, and performance characterization).

Direct Manager: VP R&D

Job Requirements:

• Education:
  • Sc. in Physics / Mechanics / Bio-medical engineering
• Job skills:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in complex, multidisciplinary industrial environments (mandatory).
• Experience in the medical device industry is an advantage.
• Proven track record in solving deep, non-trivial technical problems.
• Minimum of 2 years of managerial experience, including leading technical teams and cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience providing technical support and leading technical discussions with international customers on medical devices (advantage).
• Computer skills: Full control of all MS-Office applications
• Language skills: Fluent English - written and spoken
• Personality:

At LTS, we value collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

We're looking for individuals who can:

• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively, embracing diverse perspectives.
• Customer Focus: Exceed internal and external customer needs.
• Innovation: Create new opportunities with enthusiasm.
• Accountability: Take ownership of challenges, uphold standards.
• Leadership: Motivate and develop talents, achieving goals.