Formulate and implement long-term scientific strategies aligned with business objectives, customer needs, and healthcare trends
Define platform architecture and technology integration across imaging portfolios
Lead cross-functional teams in breakthrough innovation, ensuring operational excellence, quality standards, and impactful delivery of next-generation imaging solutions
Build international recognition as a thought leader, representing Philips in scientific forums, conferences, and strategic networks with academia, clinical partners, and regulatory bodies
Inspire, mentor, and develop scientific talent globally
Foster an inclusive, high-performance environment that encourages innovation and growth
Oversee global R&D portfolios, ensuring timely, high-quality, and cost-effective project execution in alignment with business strategy
Anticipate and analyze market, regulatory, and technology trends to guide innovation pipelines, ensure compliance, and maximize customer value
Lead a global team of scientists and engineers, collaborating closely with clinical experts, engineering, product marketing, service, PMO, and executive leadership
Maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies, academic institutions, and industry partners to influence standards and shape future directions in imaging
Requirements
PhD or equivalent advanced degree in Medical Imaging, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
15+ years of experience (achievement and leadership) in imaging equipment development
Recognized scientific leader in CT/AMI imaging with a strong record of publications, patents, or technological breakthroughs
Proven experience managing R&D or scientific innovation teams in a global and matrixed organization
Strong business acumen and ability to translate scientific advancements into competitive products
Demonstrated success in building and leading multidisciplinary, geographically dispersed teams
Expertise in imaging platform architecture, clinical requirements translation, and regulatory environments
Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability working with key stakeholders to shape the innovation pipeline with new concepts and ideas while shaping the business portfolio
Demonstrated experience leading large global multi-disciplinary teams
Ability to partner with critical stakeholders, including product marketing, clinical science, Service, PMO, and other enabling functions
Strong and inspiring people leader with a track record of performance and leading large development teams in multiple geographies
Benefits
comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program
generous PTO
401k (up to 7% match)
HSA (with company contribution)
stock purchase plan
education reimbursement
much more
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