Job Description
Join Rapiscan Systems as a Technical Business Development Director!
Are you a visionary with a PhD in Physics or a related field? Do you have a passion for innovation and a proven track record in securing funding for groundbreaking research? If so, we want you to lead our Commercial R&D activities at Rapiscan Systems!
About Us: Rapiscan Systems is at the forefront of detection technology, providing cutting-edge cargo and vehicle inspection systems. Our mission is to combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud with state-of-the-art X-ray technology.
Your Role: Rapiscan Cargo and Vehicle (CVI) division is seeking a highly skilled Technical Business Development Director to spearhead the development of commercial R&D activities. This role focuses on identifying and establishing opportunities within the UK and EU for funded mechanisms to develop low TRL (1-6) technologies in alignment with the CVI innovation roadmap.
As the Technical Business Development Director, you will:
* Drive Innovation : Lead the development of low TRL (1-6) technologies, aligning with our CVI innovation roadmap.
* Build Networks : Leverage your existing connections and forge new relationships to support our innovation goals.
* Secure Funding : Draft high-quality, technically detailed proposals to secure funding from government bodies, academic institutions, industry collaborators, and funding managers. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in a scientific discipline, preferably Physics, and have a proven track record in securing funding from external agencies, including government bodies, academic institutions, industry collaborators, and research councils.
* Collaborate : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including physicists, data scientists, research technicians, and funding managers, to ensure project success.
* Communicate : Provide regular updates to Senior Management and offer feedback to Sales and Marketing on product status and market expectations.
* Strategize : Develop processes for new programs, including technical justification, ROI, and market growth.
What We Offer:
* Cutting-Edge Projects : Work on innovative projects that make a real-world impact.
* Collaborative Environment : Join a team of experts dedicated to excellence in imaging performance and design.
* Professional Growth : Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
Excellent Salary and Company Benefits :
* 25 days holiday pay plus bank holidays
* Car Leasing Scheme
* Healthcare Cash Plan and Life Insurance
* Pension
* Birthday paid one day’s leave
* Two days paid leave to work in a charity of your choice
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Eden Red benefits
* Enhanced paternity and maternity pay
Qualifications and Experience:
* PhD in Physics or a related field.
* 5-10+ years of experience in Commercial R&D.
* A proven track record in securing funding from external agencies, including government bodies, academic institutions, industry collaborators, and research councils.
* Knowledge of X-ray imaging techniques is a plus.
Why Rapiscan Systems? At Rapiscan Systems, we are committed to excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is making a difference in global security.