Champion and deliver a breakthrough innovation agenda across Cataract and Refractive Surgery platforms
Provide visionary leadership that enables bold innovation choices
Drive rapid experimentation, platform evolution, and transformation across hardware, software, and integrated digital ecosystems
Set the R&D vision and strategic direction for the Cataract & Refractive portfolio
Lead development of an integrated, multi year roadmap
Collaborate closely with Global Strategic Marketing, Medical Affairs, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, Supply Chain, Digital, and Manufacturing
Communicate R&D strategy, portfolio progress, and innovation outcomes to executive leadership and key stakeholders
Lead and develop high performing, multidisciplinary R&D teams

Bachelor’s degree required
Degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline required
Minimum 10–12+ years of progressive R&D experience
Demonstrated experience delivering breakthrough or platform level innovation
Strong business acumen with experience aligning technical strategy to commercial and clinical outcomes
Proven track record of leading programs from concept through development, regulatory approval, and global launch
Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Annual performance bonus
Participation in the company's retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k))
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time
40 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time
up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

Vice President, Research and Development – Capital and Software Systems

Key skills