🚀 Program Manager – Medical Device Innovation (Interventional Cardiology)
📍 Location: Galway, Ireland
📄 Employment Type: Full-time
🔍 Search conducted on behalf of a growing medical device company
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Program Manager to join a rapidly growing medical device company at the forefront of innovation in interventional cardiology. This role offers the chance to lead a cutting-edge product development program through clinical and regulatory pathways to commercialisation.
You’ll play a key role in driving a novel cardiac support device through development, working cross-functionally with engineering, clinical, regulatory, and commercial teams. The position is based in Galway and offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and agile environment, contributing directly to the success of a pioneering technology in the cardiovascular space.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the execution of the full product development program from concept to manufacturing and scale-up in a regulated environment.
Establish and manage robust project plans and timelines; ensure program delivery on time and within budget.
Implement structured engineering review processes to minimise design risks.
Coordinate workstream activities and ensure prioritisation of critical path tasks.
Communicate clearly with all internal and external stakeholders regarding project progress and risks.
Anticipate potential issues and develop effective mitigation strategies.
Oversee program budgets and resource planning.
Collaborate with functional leaders to support team development and recruitment.
Contribute to the implementation of a quality system aligned with ISO and regulatory standards.
Promote innovation and support IP generation to protect novel developments.
Candidate Profile:
Master’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience).
Minimum 10 years’ experience in medical device development, ideally in cardiovascular or interventional cardiology.
Proven track record in program management within a regulated environment.
Strong organisational and project execution skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced, start-up style environment.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive and solution-driven approach.
Understanding of quality systems and regulatory frameworks.
Why Apply?
Join a fast-moving company developing a truly innovative cardiac technology.
Be part of a close-knit, multidisciplinary team where your impact is direct and measurable.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunity to shape the direction of a game-changing medical product.
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For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact
davin.ferguson@collinsmcnicholas.ie
071-9140251