Senior Scientist and Collaborations Manager CT ES
Siemens Healthineers
Summary
Researches trends and developments in a defined technology area and derives respective suggestions to R&D Management.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Managing scientific collaborations at Strategic Value Partnership sites and driving joint collaborative projects.
- Identifying, building, and supporting strong collaborative relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs).
- Collaborate with radiologists, medical physicists, and other clinical partners to identify unmet needs and define study protocols that highlight Siemens Healthineers’ CT technology benefits.
- Maintaining clinical and technical expertise in computed tomography (CT).
- Collaborating both with CT R&D development teams and clinical partners for comprehensive evaluation and testing of developmental software & hardware prototypes and new products.
- Translate research findings into publications, conference presentations, and white papers to showcase the impact of Siemens Healthineers’ CT technology.
- Represent Siemens Healthineers CT R&D collaborations team in scientific and executive forums, independently leading interactions with senior clinical, research, and administrative stakeholders.
- Drafting, negotiating, and executing collaboration contracts with support from internal legal, regulatory, and compliance teams.
- Tracking milestones and deliverables of research projects.
- Maintaining an accurate budget of research contracts and conducting budget planning with appropriate colleagues.
- Partner with marketing and commercial teams to align clinical evidence with product positioning and value messaging.
Qualifications
- PhD, MD, or equivalent advanced degree in Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Medicine, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong clinical and technical background in Computed Tomography, Medical Imaging, Artificial Intelligence, Radiation Therapy, or related disciplines.
- Experience with photon-counting CT is a plus.
- Intellectually curious, resourceful, and motivated to identify innovative applications and develop creative solutions to complex problems.
- Can work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to identify opportunities and influence scientific direction.
- Can communicate complex scientific concepts clearly to audiences ranging from technical experts to executive leadership.
- Demonstrates executive presence and comfortable representing Siemens Healthineers in discussions with KOL physicians, healthcare executives, research leaders, and government stakeholders.
- Willing and able to travel up to 30%, including occasional international travel.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field.
- 3+ years of relevant experience in industry, clinical research, or a postdoctoral environment.
- Demonstrated success building and managing scientific collaborations with external research and clinical partners.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Executive presence and the ability to independently represent Siemens Healthineers with senior scientific and clinical leaders.
- Assertive, self-motivated, and results-oriented with a strong can-do mindset.
- Experience working in interdisciplinary and cross-functional environments.
Requirements
- PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field.
- 3+ years of relevant experience in industry, clinical research, or a postdoctoral environment.
- Demonstrated success building and managing scientific collaborations with external research and clinical partners.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Executive presence and the ability to independently represent Siemens Healthineers with senior scientific and clinical leaders.
- Assertive, self-motivated, and results-oriented with a strong can-do mindset.
- Experience working in interdisciplinary and cross-functional environments.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Paid parking
- Public transportation
- Paid time off
- Paid sick and safe time
Company overview
Siemens Healthineers is a German multinational medical technology company specializing in diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and molecular medicine. Founded in 2017 as a spin-off from Siemens AG, the company has established itself as a global leader in healthcare technology with a comprehensive portfolio that addresses the complete care continuum for many of the world's most threatening diseases. With approximately 69,500 employees worldwide and operations in over 70 countries, Siemens Healthineers generates annual revenues exceeding €21 billion. The company's product offerings span across four main business segments: Imaging (including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and X-ray systems), Diagnostics (laboratory and point-of-care testing), Varian (cancer care and radiation therapy), and Advanced Therapies. Siemens Healthineers is particularly renowned for pioneering breakthroughs in medical imaging, having developed the world's first commercial PET/CT scanner and continuing to innovate in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital health solutions, and precision therapy. The company's commitment to research and development, with annual investments of approximately €1.5 billion, drives its mission to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare for everyone, everywhere, sustainably.