Director of 5G/6G Research
Thorens - Executive Search Specialists
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Montréal • Canada
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About the role
- Build and lead a high‑impact research group
- Attract, recruit and develop highly specialized talent
- Establish a culture of excellence, innovation and collaboration
- Represent the company within 3GPP, IEEE and ITU
- Lead the drafting and defense of high‑impact technical contributions
- Develop an influence strategy within working groups
- Structure an IP strategy aligned with business objectives
- Generate and protect differentiating innovations (patents)
- Develop strategic partnerships (academic and industry)
- Present at international conferences
- Increase the organization’s visibility and credibility
- Establish an ambitious roadmap aligned with global trends
- Identify areas where the organization can create a differentiating advantage
Requirements
- Master’s degree or PhD in electrical engineering, computer science or a related field
- 7 to 10 years of experience in the field
- Proven experience in advanced R&D in wireless telecommunications (5G/6G)
- Significant contributions to standardization work (3GPP strongly preferred)
- Demonstrated technical leadership or team management experience
- Track record of intellectual property contributions (patents, publications)
- Strategic vision combined with strong hands‑on execution capability
Benefits
- Very competitive salary based on experience
- Bonus plan
- Remote work
- Paid vacation
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
advanced R&Dwireless telecommunications5G6Gintellectual propertypatentspublicationstechnical contributionsstandardizationexecution capability
Soft Skills
leadershipteam managementstrategic visioninnovationcollaborationcommunicationinfluence strategyorganizational visibilitycredibilityculture of excellence
Certifications
Master’s degreePhD