Director II, Research & Development Portfolio Management

Alcon•Fort Worth, TX

13h

About The Position

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. The Director II, Research & Development Portfolio Management, is primarily responsible for creating and implementing an integrated plan and managing assigned new product development projects in R&D. You will lead cross-functional project teams, manage project status, budgets, and schedules, and ensure all requirements are met while providing clear leadership and guidance. Specifics include: Lead strategic planning, execution of medium to large scale projects, cross-functional R&D portfolio initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate and franchise objectives and compliance with Stage-Gate processes. Develop and maintain integrated product development plans, overseeing project lifecycles from inception through commercialization. Guide cross-functional teams, proactively identify risks, implement contingency plans, and ensure timely issue resolution to meet safety, quality, and stakeholder objectives. Serve as a key liaison across internal and external stakeholders, ensuring functional alignment and effective communication. Oversee project operations, including budget forecasting, resource allocation, and financial planning in collaboration with Finance. Manage Product Lifecycle Team (PLT) governance, facilitate meetings, drive project approvals, and ensure execution of strategic initiative. Establish best-in-class project management processes, tools, and governance frameworks to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Maintain portfolio oversight by monitoring progress, identifying optimization opportunities, and providing executive-level insights. Champion innovation, foster cross-functional collaboration, and integrate scientific and business acumen to drive R&D excellence within a global, fast-paced, and highly regulated environment. Assist portfolio prioritization by balancing business-critical needs, cost considerations, and resource constraints on your projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; PhD+6 yrs)
The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
10 Years of Relevant Experience

Nice To Haves

Degree in Chemical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Biomedical Engineering Materials Engineering or equivalent.
Medical Device Product Development Background
PMP Certification

Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning, execution of medium to large scale projects, cross-functional R&D portfolio initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate and franchise objectives and compliance with Stage-Gate processes.
Develop and maintain integrated product development plans, overseeing project lifecycles from inception through commercialization.
Guide cross-functional teams, proactively identify risks, implement contingency plans, and ensure timely issue resolution to meet safety, quality, and stakeholder objectives.
Serve as a key liaison across internal and external stakeholders, ensuring functional alignment and effective communication.
Oversee project operations, including budget forecasting, resource allocation, and financial planning in collaboration with Finance.
Manage Product Lifecycle Team (PLT) governance, facilitate meetings, drive project approvals, and ensure execution of strategic initiative.
Establish best-in-class project management processes, tools, and governance frameworks to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
Maintain portfolio oversight by monitoring progress, identifying optimization opportunities, and providing executive-level insights.
Champion innovation, foster cross-functional collaboration, and integrate scientific and business acumen to drive R&D excellence within a global, fast-paced, and highly regulated environment.
Assist portfolio prioritization by balancing business-critical needs, cost considerations, and resource constraints on your projects.