Alimentiv is hiring a
Project Manager, Remote - Canada

Summary

As an Innovation Project Manager, you will lead early-stage research and development projects in medical imaging, focusing on transforming innovative ideas into viable product concepts. Your responsibilities include concept development, business case development, proof of concept/prototype activities, feasibility assessments, project management, stakeholder engagement, innovation assessment, and transition.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree + 4-6 years of related experience
• Demonstrated experience in early-stage product development, innovation management, and ability to navigate the complexities of R&D in a regulated industry
• Strong understanding of medical imaging/clinical research industry, emerging imaging technologies and trends
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, software as medical device (SaMD) development processes and regulations. Experience leading cloud and digital first technology strategies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, communication and presentation abilities
• Experience with agile development practices
• Abilities to work independently and self-motivate, strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Lead ideation sessions and innovation workshops to generate and refine new concepts in medical imaging technology
• Develop comprehensive business cases for potential innovations, including market analysis, competitive landscape, case studies, and potential return on investment
• Collaborate with scientific advisors and medical leadership to identify emerging trends and unmet needs in the medical imaging field
• Conduct initial feasibility assessments of innovative concepts, evaluating technical viability and alignment with organizational strategy
• Oversee the development of proof-of-concept models and early prototypes for promising imaging innovations
• Coordinate with R&D, AI/ML, Product team members or external partners to translate innovative ideas into tangible demonstrations or minimum viable products
• Manage resources and budgets for prototype development, ensuring efficient use of resources while maximizing innovation output
• Facilitate testing and validation of prototypes, gathering data to support further development decisions
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets for innovation initiatives through gated development cycles
• Implement agile methodologies to enhance project flexibility and responsiveness in the early stages of innovation
• Communicate project progress, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership and key stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product operations, Quality Assurance, Medical R&D, Imaging Operations, and Commercial, to ensure alignment of innovation efforts
• Manage the appropriate creation, delivery, maintenance of related data, documents, equipment and tools, instructions, and training
• Act as project/vendor lead for innovation partners or vendors, supporting selection of third-party vendors and audits, serving as primary liaison throughout the project life cycle ensuring internal and external expectations are appropriately managed
• Conduct market need assessments and competitive analyses to validate the potential of innovative concepts
• Develop and track innovation metrics to measure project success and potential impact
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on innovation projects for phase gate reviews
• Facilitate the smooth transition of promising innovations to the product development pipeline

Benefits

Home-based