Global VP R&D, Respiratory

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Working Location: MASSACHUSETTS, WESTBOROUGH

Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. ? ?

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

Learn more about Life at Olympus: .

Job Description

As part of the Surgical Interventional Solutions (SIS) division, the Global Vice President of R&D, Respiratory, will partner with the business unit leaders to drive the technology and product development strategy for the Olympus' respiratory solutions business unit. This executive will define and drive the innovation roadmap, oversee execution of new product development programs, and ensure alignment with business growth objectives and metrics.

The VP R&D Respiratory SIS, works across the global Olympus R&D groups, Product R&D Innovation Leaders, Respiratory BU leadership and Marketing teams to develop a strong New Product Development (NPD) portfolio pipeline as well as working with the Global Medical Project Management Organization (GPMO) and partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure new products are meeting all Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to Quality, Investment, Cost, Launch Schedules and Business metrics (QICD-B).

The VP R&D Respiratory will possess deep procedural and technical knowledge of products, technology trends, competitive products as well as focusing on disruptive opportunities in the minimally invasive procedures, respiratory field. This individual will also serve as the overall respiratory technology leader and will create and maintain strong relationships with the Health Care Professionals (HCPs, as well as foster technology advancements between the R&D teams and HCPs. Additionally, serves as the point of contact for the Respiratory Business Unit (BU) Leader and works to ensure the NPD pipeline is competitive and meets or exceeds the growth expectations for the Respiratory BU. This position oversees early-stage technology programs in Respiratory and works closely with internal development teams in Europe, Japan and United States to create disruptive innovations. This person will also develop external technology partners to explore and expedite commercialization of new technologies in the respiratory field.

The VP of R&D Respiratory role reports to the Global Head of R&D for the SIS Division and is a member of the Global SIS R&D leadership team and has full accountability of the Respiratory product portfolio. The VP R&D Respiratory will also serve as an integral part of inorganic business development acquisition strategies related to the Respiratory BU and provide additional oversight to due diligence activities and post-acquisition integration into R&D SIS division.

Job Duties

• Working closely with the BU leaders, develop and implement a comprehensive technology and product innovation strategy for the respiratory portfolio, ensuring a robust and competitive pipeline.
• Lead global R&D activities across multiple regions and functional teams, fostering collaboration between engineering, marketing, and business leadership.
• Oversee end-to-end product development from concept through commercialization, ensuring delivery on key metrics such as quality, cost, investment efficiency, and launch readiness.
• Identify and pursue disruptive technologies and emerging trends within the respiratory field, guiding internal and external innovation efforts.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with clinicians, research institutions, and technology partners to accelerate innovation and strengthen clinical relevance.
• Provide technical and strategic leadership for inorganic growth opportunities, including due diligence and integration of acquired technologies or businesses.
• Partner closely with senior business leaders to align R&D investments with long-term business and market objectives.
• Cultivate a culture of innovation, accountability, and high performance within the R&D organization.

Required

Job Qualifications

• BS Degree required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in medical device R&D or related healthcare technology fields, with a track record of leading global innovation and product development.
• Deep understanding of medical technology development processes, regulatory requirements, and commercialization pathways.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, cross-functional programs in a global organization.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to engage effectively across technical and business functions.
• Proven ability to identify strategic opportunities and translate them into executable innovation initiatives.
• Track record of working closely with key opinion leaders to bring innovative ideas into product development and ultimately to commercialization.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving accountability to finishing projects on schedule and budget.
• Large Program Management Experience working with global teams.
• Demonstrated communication skills both written and verbal.
• Computer pro?ciency e.g. O?ce 365, MS O?ce Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, etc.), SAP, JDE, Concur and web-based applications such as SharePoint a plus.
• Moderate International and Domestic Travel.

Preferred

• MS Degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical discipline; preferred.
• Fluency in one or more of the following languages a plus: Japanese, German.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings You Can Count On

• Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
• 12 Paid Holidays
• On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Connected Culture You Can Embrace

• Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
• Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
• Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
• Paid Educational Assistance
• US Only
• Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefits and incentives: .

The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position working at this location is $210,319.00 - $336,510.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position including: level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.

At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit .

You Belong at Olympus

We are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles. We believe in fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, in full compliance with legal standards. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish. We warmly encourage all who wish to bring their talents to Olympus to apply.

Applicants Requesting Accommodations: Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected]. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

Let's realize your potential, together.

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Massachusetts (US-MA) || Westborough || Research and Development

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