R&D Strategy & Operations Manager
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Strategy & Operations Manager to join the Office of the CTO at Ceribell. We are looking for a versatile problem-solver who combines technical literacy, analytical rigor, and project management skills to drive execution of key R&D initiatives. You will partner closely with the Chief of Staff and CTO to ensure smooth operations, effective cross-functional collaboration, and clear communication of priorities.
This is an ideal role for someone with a technical background (electrical or mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or related) who is eager to expand into a high-impact operations leadership role within a fast-growing MedTech company.
What you'll do:
Strategic Analysis & Reporting
Conduct analyses to support technology and operational decision-making (product and R&D road mapping, capacity planning, process improvement, insight generation)
Prepare presentations, reports, and briefs for the CTO and leadership team
Project & Program Management
Drive execution of priority R&D and technology initiatives, coordinating across Product Development, Engineering, Data Science, Operations, Regulatory, Quality and GTM teams
Own trackers, dashboards, and status updates to ensure projects remain on schedule
Identify risks, dependencies, and escalate as appropriate
Special Projects
Lead or support ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives in R&D, technology, operations, business systems and external relations
Conduct research and benchmarking to inform decision-making
What We're Looking For:
PhD required.
Academic fields could include Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, or related technical field
Experience with medical devices is highly preferred
Preferred experience with strategic consulting or business strategy and operations with exposure to MedTech product management
Strong project management and organizational abilities
Ability to independently conduct product research, including literature review, customer interview, competitive analysis, and opportunity assessment
Ability to bring structure to complex and ambiguous questions, as well as creating and executing frameworks that will drive towards effective solutions
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to travel up to 10%
Attributes
Technically curious, comfortable engaging with stakeholders across many disciplines and levels
Confidence engaging with Executive leadership
Highly adaptable and resourceful
Leads with kindness and empathy
Able to balance detail orientation with big-picture thinking
Has an ownership mentality, with a desire to produce high visibility and high impact work
Compensation Range
$150,000—$200,000 USD