Head of Research and Development
What You Will Do
- Formulation of an R&D strategy for the microwave mammography / lithium-ion battery inspection system business/KGI and KPI-based strategy monitoring
- Progress/performance management of government projects
- Planning and formulation of new R&D projects that use the advantages of the multiple path scattering field theory, our core technology
- Creating alliance opportunities through regular communication with business partners
- Formation of a personnel organization culture, including a human resources evaluation system
Sourcing Points
- R&D-type startups
- Major manufacturers (medical devices, industrial robots, inspection devices)
Skills Required
- Management skills in R&D strategy formulation and setting up of organizations
- Microwave Mammography/Global R&D for Lithium-Ion Battery Inspection System Business/Patent Acquisition Strategies/Knowledge of Regulatory Trends
- Ability to forge relationships with overseas KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders) and R&D for remote customers/quality management representatives, etc.
- Ability to explain R&D strategies to investors
- Sufficient English language proficiency to prepare materials for academic meetings overseas/presentations
Experience Required
- PhD (physics/chemistry/electrical engineering/life sciences/medicine, etc.) from a graduate school in Japan or overseas
- Experience at an R&D startup or a major manufacturer in starting, or experience in expanding an R&D team and working as a management lead
- Experience with communications in the R&D field for KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders) and investors
Qualities of Desired Candidate
- Resolution of global social issues by leveraging our unparalleled technological capabilities in science and technology
- Lead the planning of research and development strategies to facilitate commercialization of IGS’s revolutionary technology - Must enjoy change and proactively act on their own initiative
- Carry out the management of research and development while maintaining flexibly to respond to market and technological changes - Develop an organization based on excellent leadership
- Lead organization building for the growth of unique researchers/science talent and organizations
