| VP of Research & Development |
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| Also referred to as: VP of Research & Development, VP of Product Research & Development, VP of R & D, VP of Research, Development, and Innovation |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities |
| Plans and oversees an organization's research and development policies, objectives, and initiatives. Leads research efforts to identify new technologies and other scientific concepts that can be used to improve current product offerings or create new products and services. Evaluates and recommends ideas for new products that may enhance the organization's competitive position and achieve growth in revenue and/or market share. Identifies and evaluates new technologies that improve and expand the organization's capabilities, processes, or products. May require a master's degree. Typically reports to top management. Manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. |
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| Similar Jobs: Research and Development Engineer, Research and Development Manager, Research and Development Director, Research and Development Senior Manager, Research and Development Supervisor, Research and Development Associate III, Research and Development Associate V, Research and Development Associate I, Research and Development Associate II |
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| Level of Education: VP of Research & Development Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, VP of Research & Development Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, VP of Research & Development Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation | |
