VP of Research & Development Job Description

VP of Research & Development Job Description

The following is a full job description for VP of Research & Development. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for VP of Research & Development along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that VP of Research & Development is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Research and Development Director, Research and Development Engineer, Research and Development Manager, SVP of Research & Development, VP of Development and Fundraising, Research and Development Associate I, Research and Development Associate II, Research and Development Associate III, Research and Development Associate IV

Requirements and Responsibilities For VP of Research & Development
Plans and directs all 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. May require a master's degree. Typically reports to senior 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.


Also referred to as: R&D Executive, Top Division R&D Executive

Similar Jobs: Research and Development Director, Research and Development Engineer, Research and Development Manager, SVP of Research & Development, VP of Development and Fundraising, Research and Development Associate I, Research and Development Associate II, Research and Development Associate III, Research and Development Associate IV

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


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

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