R&D Director, Global Product Development

Global Product Development Leader

Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive and cost-effective products for treatment of vascular disease. Our extensive portfolio includes drug-eluting stents, bare metal stents, guide wires, balloon dilatation catheters, imaging catheters and software, vessel closure devices and peripheral stents.

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic R&D leader to head our Global Product Development (GPD) function at our established St. Paul site. This business-critical role is responsible for driving innovation across our existing and emerging vessel preparation technologies in the coronary and peripheral vascular space, while also leading our Centers of Excellence in Hartzler Research training services, Human Factors, and Clinical Engineering.

You will collaborate cross-functionally to define and implement a multi-year pipeline for technologies including orbital atherectomy and intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)currently under clinical investigation. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of life-changing medical devices and build a high-performance, collaborative culture.

What You'll Work On :

• Lead the GPD function, managing a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists focused on Class II and III vascular devices.
• Drive strategic planning and execution of product development programs aligned with global business objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Regulatory, Clinical, Quality, Operations, Marketing) and external partners (Key Opinion Leaders, suppliers) to ensure successful product development and lifecycle management.
• Champion a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and mentor high-potential talent, ensuring robust succession planning and leadership development.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and global regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

The base pay for this position is $168,000.00 $336,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.