Do you want to help set the technical direction for our medical devices?

Do you want to help set the technical direction for our medical devices?   

About the Role 

 The Therapy Products Group is focused on products used in time-critical medical emergencies. The products are available globally and the primary users are emergency care personnel. We are looking for an experienced Technical Director for Therapy Products to lead our team of Technical Leads and engineers, in Stavanger, Norway.  

 In this role, you will oversee the technical product development, maintenance, and support of our therapy products, and lead a team of Technical Leads and engineers. With great opportunities for growth and personal development, and a multicultural office environment, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact. 

Learn more about our medical device products here: https://laerdal.com/products/medical-devices/ 

Some of what you will be doing 

- As a Technical Director Therapy Products, you will be responsible for the technical products’ strategy and choice of technology 

- You will oversee the technical product development, maintenance, and support of our therapy products 

- You will be part of a product group leadership team focusing on the therapy product portfolio 

- You will be leading and managing a team of Technical Leads and engineers with a cross-functional background in physical product - and software development 

Who we envision would fit the role  

We are looking for someone with a solid technical foundation, strong leadership skills and experience in medical device product development.  

Preferred qualifications and experience: 

- A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related field; A cybernetics background is seen as a benefit 

- 10+ years of experience within product development, preferably within medical device development 

- Knowledge and understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and standards for medical devices 

- Excellent management and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, guide, and motivate a team 

- Effective communication and collaboration skills; Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is a prerequisite, and professional language skills in a Scandinavian language is seen as an advantage 

Some of what we can offer you  

At Laerdal, you will get the opportunity to learn, develop, and innovate and you will be a part of an international working environment where the possibility to make an impact is endless.  

- An interesting and important job contributing to our mission.  

- Great opportunities for growth and personal development.  

- A multicultural office environment and collaboration with colleagues located around the world.  

- A creative, diverse, and inclusive organization.  

- A job in a company driving forward-thinking technology.  

- Competitive salary, pension scheme, and insurance.  

- An extensive welfare program with company benefits such as discounted public transport, indoor bicycle garage, and workshop, wardrobe with towel service, social and sports groups, company cabins, and more. 

For more information about the position please contact Ben Litvak (Ben.Litvak@laerdal.com)  

To apply for the role please send us your CV and application letter through our application portal by 06.05.24.  

We look forward to hearing from you!  

Please note that we use Semac background checks in our recruitment process.