Research And Innovation Director
2 months ago 
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Salary
Between 80-95k depending on experience (negotiable for the right candidate)
Company
Noble Futures Ltd
Contact
Jane Righton
, Remote, United Kingdom
This unique and exciting opportunity provides the chosen candidate to flourish in an environment where they can bring their ideas to life while working with a friendly and forward-thinking team. Working for a global leader, this business will continue to develop and introduce ground-breaking products to the agricultural and veterinary markets that make substantial improvements to animal welfare and the environment.
This board-level position has become available due to growth and succession planning within the business. The right candidate will work closely with the Technical Director to lead a team of Research Scientists, Quality Control Operators and Engineers to complete successful project cycles that result in innovative products.
The privately owned business has decades of experience in research and development with the production and manufacture of patented products that are distributed internationally. This role has a high focus on research and development over three areas. These are environmental benefits, improved animal welfare and resource utilisation.
Responcibilities include:
- Oversee multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring quality, timeliness, and adherence to budgets.
- Develop new products, and technologies, from concept to market launch including manufacturing scale-up. Facilitating the translation of research findings into practical applications or commercial products.
- Ensure research outputs comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Present research findings to the board and potential commercial partners.
- Manage intellectual property strategies, including patents and licensing opportunities.
- Secure funding through grants, commercial partnerships, and other sources.
- Develop and maintain relationships with academic institutions, industry partners, and other research organisations.
Key requirements:
- A Ph.D in Animal Science or a related field, a degree in Veterinary Science, an MBA or a similar degree is preferred.
- Experience in animal health research alongside some commercial experience.Proven track record of successfully translating research into commercially viable products or services.
- Experience in product development, preferably in animal health, nutrition, or the environmental control of emissions on-farm.
- Excellent project management skills with a focus on delivering results within budgets and timelines.
Remuneration
- Between 80-95k depending on experience (negotiable for the right candidate)
- Company car, pension and other benefits
Tel: 0161 820 3510
Address:
, Remote, United Kingdom