They are responsible for research, planning, and implementing new programs and protocols into the organization and overseeing the development of new products. R&D Director is responsible for overseeing the entire development process of new products and programs within the organization, from the initial planning phase to implementation or production.

They are responsible for research, planning, and implementing new programs and protocols into the organization and overseeing the development of new products.

R&D Director is responsible for overseeing the entire development process of new products and programs within the organization, from the initial planning phase to implementation or production. You will need to keep track of all the costs related to the creation of these new products and decide what ideas are worth pursuing. The R&D manager should also stay informed on what is happening in the research and development field at large in order to make sure the company is up-to-date and current with the most advanced R&D developments. As a manager, you will also have important managerial and administrative responsibilities and may be in charge of overseeing employees.

Education: Bachelor's degree required with Master's degree preferred.

Experience: 5 years managerial experience in a physician practice setting with at least 10 years healthcare experience required.

Grandview Medical Center, a 434-bed regional referral center and tertiary-care facility, is located in Birmingham, AL., and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). Grandview Medical Center offers programs and services in all medical and surgical areas, including Cardiology, Oncology, Neurology, Women's Health, Mental Health, Digestive Diseases, Orthopedics, Physical Medicine and Rehab, Sports Medicine and Emergency Care. There are more than 600 physicians on the Grandview medical staff representing 30 specialties and subspecialties. The hospital has been named an accredited program for Metabolic and Bariatric surgery by ASMBS & ACS as well as an accredited chest pain center. Grandview Medical Center provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of any individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, citizenship, military status, disability, genetic information or any other protected class status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.