Research & Innovation Initiatives - Lead (Fixed term...

ABOUT THE ROLE

The position is designed to consolidate and expand the participation of MedTech Europe members in EU Research and Innovation programmes and initiatives, with a focus on the Innovative Health Initiative (IHI), of which MedTech Europe is a member. Some of its members are actively participating in the IHI programme, and many more could also benefit from it. Beyond IHI, there is an untapped variety of funding and collaborative opportunities to explore at EU and international level. Providing members with guidelines and directions should result in a better representation of the medtech sector in these funding and collaborative opportunities. Please note that this is a 2-year assignment or consultancy contract, with the possibility for extension.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote beneficial EU Research & Innovation programmes and initiatives to MedTech Europe members
• Inform, encourage and train MedTech Europe members about the opportunities for funding and cooperation in EU programmes
• Interface with MedTech Europe members and healthcare stakeholders to help them navigate questions about EU Research and Innovation programmes
• In close collaboration with its External Affairs department, represent MedTech Europe towards relevant EU and international institutions, and build and nurture an effective network
• Develop MedTech Europe’s leadership, vision, strategy and the execution of action plans in the Research & Innovation environment in Europe
• Position the medtech industry as a key contributor to Europe’s Research and Innovation environment
• Lead and animate MedTech Europe’s Research & Innovation Committee and other relevant working groups, as needed, by facilitating and coordinating debate and consensus-building among members
• Draft position papers, presentations and communications materials
• Manage partnerships with other life science industry associations, especially EFPIA and COCIR
• Advise, update, and receive guidance from, the MedTech Europe CEO and Board of Directors
• If required, participate to the Leadership Team of MedTech Europe

SKILLS AND COMPETENCES

Requirements and Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Science or Business/Management
• Minimum 15 years of experience and minimum 5 years of experience in Research & Innovation, Project Management, Consulting
• Good knowledge of current and upcoming EU Research & Innovation funding programmes
• Research & Innovation (experience in preparing and managing EU-funded projects)
• You are accustomed to communicating (written and spoken) at all levels with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Knowledge of MedTech (knowledge about industrial R&I in the healthcare industry)
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English, any additional EU language is considered a plus

Personal Qualities and Attributes

• You are a highly motivated self-starter who enjoys being challenged
• Strategic, independent, and a team player attitude
• Organizational skills and diplomatic communication skills
• Skilled in consensus building

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should send a CV in English and a motivation letter to (HR@medtecheurope.org) with the Subject: R&I Lead - Application.

Deadline of submission: 30 April 2025. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

About MedTech Europe

MedTech Europe is the European trade association for the medical technology industry including diagnostics, medical devices and digital health. Our members are national, European and multinational companies as well as a network of national medical technology associations who research, develop, manufacture, distribute and supply health-related technologies, services and solutions.

www.medtecheurope.org