Innovation Manager

Lead Innovation ManagerLocation: Strasbourg, FranceContract: Full-time positionAre you passionate about turning clinical data into life-saving insights? Join RDS as an Innovation Lead and drive the scientific and technical validation of our groundbreaking medical technology. This is a unique opportunity to spearhead our research initiatives, publish impactful findings, and contribute to the core intellectual property of a certified medical device deployed in clinical environments.About RDSRDS is a fast-growing medtech company revolutionizing post-surgical care. We develop Multisense®, a next-generation wearable solution that combines a wireless patch with a secure cloud platform for remote monitoring of vital signs. MultiSense® enables faster, safer hospital discharge by offering clinical-grade monitoring at home.Based in the heart of Strasbourg’s leading medical research ecosystem (IHU, IRCAD), RDS began commercial deployment in 2024. Our solution is CE-marked, UniHA-listed, and supported by several clinical studies. As we expand across Europe, we are seeking an Innovation Lead to support our scientific roadmap and R&D projects.www.rdsdiag.comRole and MissionAs our Innovation Lead, you will be at the heart of our R&D and clinical validation efforts. Your mission is to manage our scientific projects, from protocol design and data analysis to publishing our findings in top-tier journals and securing intellectual property. You will be a key link between our technical teams and clinical partners, ensuring the scientific rigor and impact of our Multisense® technology.Your Core ResponsibilitiesLead the creation of scientific publications for top-tier medical and technical journals, in close collaboration with physicians and principal investigators.Produce high-quality technical reports for funded research and development projects.Actively contribute to the drafting and filing of patents to protect company intellectual property.Provide scientific and technical support for clinical studies, including:Defining study methodology and data collection strategies.Overseeing database curation and ensuring data integrity.Preparing documentation for Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and approvals.Performing in-depth data analysis and generating internal reports.Your ProfileYou hold a PhD in a field related to vital sign monitoring (e.g., Biomedical Engineering, Signal Processing, Medical Physics, or a related discipline).You have a proven track record of publishing research in high-impact, peer-reviewed medical and/or technical journals.You possess a strong background and demonstrated expertise in data analysis, statistical methods, and signal processing for biomedical applications.You have experience collaborating directly with healthcare professionals, clinical investigators, and medical scientists.You have strong communication skills (oral and written) and are comfortable presenting in cross-functional settings.Fluency in scientific and professional English is mandatory; conversational French is required.You have a critical and analytical mindset, are highly organized and autonomous, and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.Technical Skills of InterestAdvanced signal processing techniques for physiological data (ECG, PPG, etc.).Statistical analysis and modeling using Python (e.g., Pandas, SciPy, scikit-learn).Experience with clinical data management and database curation.Knowledge of medical device quality and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 14971) is a significant asset.Why join us? Meaningful Impact: Contribute to a device that improves patient safety and hospital efficiency. Growth Opportunities: Work with cutting-edge technologies and take ownership of the critical innovation pipeline. Dynamic Environment: Collaborate with international teams in a fast-paced, innovative startup atmosphere. Flexibility: Up to 40% remote work after your 3-month onboarding period. Global Collaboration: Work closely with teams in Strasbourg and Palo Alto. Interested? Please send your CV and (optional) cover letter to louis.mayaud@rdsdiag.com, with the subject: "Innovation Lead – [Your Name]".Join us in shaping the future of healthcare technology We look forward to hearing from you