Regional Research Director Europe

Overview
In this role you lead a multi-country Regional Research team to shape the region's research, innovation, and academic collaboration agenda, driving scientific advancement and business growth. You will build and manage strategic partnerships with academia, healthcare providers, and government bodies, while engaging executive stakeholders to accelerate impact and value creation. This position, based anywhere in Europe with a GE HealthCare entity, offers a broad remit spanning strategy, funding, governance, and cross-functional leadership.
Retribuzione / Benefits
competitive rewards
professional development opportunities
flexible working arrangements
employee wellbeing programs
salary discussions per location
local market-adjusted compensation
Responsabilità
Define and execute regional research and collaboration strategy aligned with business priorities
Identify and personally lead strategic partnerships with academia, healthcare systems, and government agencies
Develop long-term collaboration frameworks delivering scientific, clinical, and commercial value
Represent research and collaboration activities to external partners and stakeholders
Advise senior leadership on scientific opportunities and innovation trends
Lead and develop a team of Regional Research Managers across geographies
Set performance objectives and development plans; build capabilities in grant funding and stakeholder engagement
Oversee portfolio of research collaborations, grants, and innovation programs; chair governance reviews and executive steering committees
Define regional external funding strategy; identify and prioritize funding opportunities; guide grant applications and proposals
Engage with senior executives, healthcare leaders, funding bodies, and industry partners; represent the organization at conferences and forums
Partner with cross-functional teams (Research, Clinical, Regulatory, Legal, Product Development, Commercial, Government Affairs) to ensure compliance and alignment
Establish governance frameworks, KPIs, and reporting; monitor budgets, timelines, risks, and resource use
Requisiti fondamentali
PhD, MD, or advanced degree in a related scientific field
Significant experience leading research, innovation, and academic partnerships in healthcare, med-tech, biotech, or pharma
Experience managing teams and developing talent
Proven success in building strategic partnerships with academia, hospitals, research organizations, and government agencies
Strong experience in grant funding, funding programs, and multi-stakeholder leadership
Experience influencing executive stakeholders and managing cross-functional initiatives
Knowledge of research governance, regulatory, contracting, and IP considerations
strategic leadership
excellent communication and negotiation
relationship-building across cultures
research governance, compliance, and regulatory understanding
grant funding and program leadership
stakeholder engagement and partnership management