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RDRDM.GEN.M3
Senior R&D Manager
Research & Development (R&D) Management

Senior R&D Manager

RDRDM.GEN.M3

M3M3 — Senior Managermedium0.70draftglobalv1

Oversees multiple teams or a significant program; may manage other managers.

Level
M3 · M3 — Senior Manager · 8–12 yrs
Function · Focus
Research & Development (R&D) Management · General
Market pay (median)
Pay basis
model pending

Oversees multiple teams or a significant program; may manage other managers.

The story of this role

Who does this work

An R&D Manager with a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of scientific principles, who wants to effectively lead teams in the development of groundbreaking products and processes that meet client needs while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The problem this role solves

  • The external problem: Limited resources and strict timelines complicate the development process, making it challenging to deliver high-quality projects on schedule.
  • The internal problem: The pressure to innovate can lead to feelings of overwhelm and uncertainty about how to balance creativity with compliance and efficiency.
  • Why it matters: Innovation should enhance lives and adhere to ethical standards; the struggle lies in achieving both.

The plan

  1. Leverage cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
  2. Implement a structured project management approach to streamline development.
  3. Conduct regular training sessions to ensure the team stays updated on regulatory requirements.
  4. Utilize data-driven decision-making to evaluate project feasibility and risks.
  5. Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging brainstorming and open communication.

What's at stake

Miss project deadlines due to mismanaged resources, leading to client dissatisfaction. Fail to comply with regulatory requirements, resulting in penalties and loss of credibility.

Success looks like

Deliver cutting-edge products that exceed client expectations and regulatory standards. Establish a reputation for excellence in R&D management within the industry.

Summary

Oversees multiple teams or a significant program; may manage other managers.

Level — M3 — Senior Manager

Leads multiple teams or a sub-function; sets goals and owns cross-team execution.

Scope
Multiple teams or a sub-function
Autonomy
Sets goals within functional strategy
Complexity
Multi-team execution and resourcing trade-offs
Impact
Sub-function outcomes
Decision rights
Owns goals, budget input, and people decisions across teams
Leadership
Manages managers and/or several teams
Typical experience
8–12 yrs

Core outputs

No core outputs recorded yet.

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Responsibilities5

  • Oversee multiple teams or a major R&D program.commonlevel
  • Translate higher-level product development strategies into detailed project plans.commonlevel
  • Supervise and mentor subordinate R&D managers or team leads.commonlevel
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration.commonlevel
  • Manage departmental or program budgets.commonlevel

Tasks3

  • Oversee R&D programscommonlevel
  • Translate strategiescommonlevel
  • Mentor managerscommonlevel

Skills8

  • Program oversightcommonlevel
  • Strategy translationcommonlevel
  • Mentorshipcommonlevel
  • Cross-functional collaborationcommonlevel
  • Budget managementcommonlevel
  • Communicationcommonlevel
  • Problem-solvingcommonlevel
  • Leadershipcommonlevel

Knowledge8

  • Program managementcommonlevel
  • Strategic planningcommonlevel
  • Mentorshipcommonlevel
  • Cross-functional collaborationcommonlevel
  • Budget managementcommonlevel
  • Regulatory compliancecommonlevel
  • Innovation strategiescommonlevel
  • Client relationship managementcommonlevel

competency9

  • Technical and Domain Expertisecommonlevel
  • Leadership & Team Developmentcommonlevel
  • Strategic Thinkingcommonlevel
  • Communication & Influencecommonlevel
  • Problem Solving & Decision-Makingcommonlevel
  • Project & Program Managementcommonlevel
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvementcommonlevel
  • Regulatory & Quality Mindsetcommonlevel
  • Client Focus and Relationship Managementcommonlevel

qualification2

  • Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a relevant field preferred.commonlevel
  • Typically 10+ years of progressive R&D experience, with several years of management experience.commonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
AliasTypeConfidenceApproved
Senior Manager, Client Project Managementcommonmedium0.66
Client Project Management Senior Managercommonmedium0.60
Senior Manager, Client Project Managercommonmedium0.66
Client Project Manager Senior Managercommonmedium0.60
Senior Manager, Internal Innovation Initiativescommonmedium0.66
Internal Innovation Initiatives Senior Managercommonmedium0.60
Senior R&D Managercommonmedium0.50
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O*NET / SOC

  • code=19-0000title=Life, Physical, & Social Science Occupationssource=inferred_from_superfunctionreviewStatus=needs_review