AR&D Project Manager

Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a Project Manager to join our team located in Yokneam, Israel.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.

Our local company expertise in driving best-in-class solutions in cardiac ablation, stroke care and intracardiac imaging.

The Advanced R&D department, responsible for developing the company’s future products with innovative technologies, is seeking a Project Manager with a strong technical background to lead and manage the research and development processes of new products. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the successful development and delivery of innovative products within the Advanced R&D department.

The Project Manager will be responsible for leading prototype development projects, solving complex technical problems, and leading a multi-functional team including Software Engineers, Hardware Engineers, System Integrators, and SQA Engineers depending on project needs. The Project Manager will also manage contractors and work with different functions across the project.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure that the AR&D Project Team (Software, Hardware, System Integration & SQA Engineers) follows the project plan.
Lead meetings with the project team.
Understand project requirements from various sources (Software, Hardware, Algorithm, Mechanics).
Develop and manage project timelines to ensure efficient execution.
Communicate business-related issues and opportunities to the next management level.
Ensure compliance with company guidelines, safety regulations, and all relevant policies and laws.

Qualifications
BSc in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in project management.
Experience with multidisciplinary systems. Experience in medical systems is a significant advantage.
Knowledge of regulations: In-depth knowledge of medical device regulations and medical standards is preferred.
Strong communication skills (both verbal and written), including proficiency in English.
Effective decision-making skills, particularly under conditions of uncertainty.
Ability to manage complex projects involving cross-functional teams.
Experience in leading development processes from conception to product delivery.

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