Missions for the Instrument Project Manager

The Instrument Project Manager leads the development of one of instruments for the next-generation of the Naica system: the Naica Geode, a pressurized thermocycle;
He/she manages a team of experts and several key subcontractors.
He/she is responsible for the overall product development, timeline, budget as well as regulatory compliance.
The Instrument Project Manager reports to the Director of Hardware R&D.

1. Manage the development of new instruments

• Write functional and technical specifications along with Marketing
• Plan in detail the overall product development and track progresses
• Coordinate and follow-up a team of experts (software, mechanics, …)
• Ensure all projects are delivered on-time and within specs
• Create and maintain a comprehensive documentation compliant to ISO 13485

2. Manage subcontractors to develop individual parts for the instruments

• Specify requirements in term of performance, quality and quantity
• Source pertinent partners
• Negotiate and sign partnership agreements for the development
• Monitor the outsourced development and report the progress
• Test or oversee the test of the prototypes
• Create and maintain a comprehensive documentation compliant to ISO 13485

3. Transfer to Production and Product Life Management

• Transfer the project knowledge to the Operations team
• Support for the OEM contract negotiation
• Contribute to the production line design
• Ensure continuous product improvement based on customer feedback, and document change management

Our ideal candidate:
• Has one or more successful experiences in the development of complex scientific instruments (including software control) ideally for the Life Sciences
• Has significant work experience in developing products within the quality regulatory framework, ideally ISO 13485
• Has a proven track record managing projects, coordinating teams and external partners
• Has an Engineering degree or a PhD in Electronics, Mechanics,Thermic or Embedded Software
• Must speak French and English fluently
 

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