R&D Manager Infection Management

Drive innovation where it matters

At Mölnlycke, we believe that real impact starts with people. People who challenge the status quo. People who care deeply about improving outcomes in healthcare.

As a global medical solutions company, we design and deliver innovative products and services that make a real difference for patients and healthcare professionals worldwide.

In Wound Care, we help prevent, manage, and accelerate the healing of wounds.

Mölnlycke is now looking for an R&D Manager Infection Management to strengthen our Global R&D innovation capability.

Why this role matters

This is a critical leadership role with end-to-end accountability for delivering competitive, customer-centric wound care solutions within the Infection Management portfolio. You will lead and develop a dedicated team of Product Developers and a Scientific Evidence Manager, fostering a high-performing, collaborative environment focused on innovation and execution.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the R&D strategy, ensuring that innovation and product development translate into commercially viable, high-impact outcomes. Your work will directly influence how we build, prioritize, and deliver a balanced and future-ready portfolio.

Here’s how you’ll make an impact:

Lead and execute the R&D strategy for the Infection Management portfolio

Deliver on approved development roadmaps aligned with strategic KPIs and financial targets

Ensure a strong, competitive portfolio through differentiated value propositions, IP, and innovation

Drive the development of both physical products and broader solutions across the wound care ecosystem

Partner closely with Marketing and cross-functional teams to align technical execution with commercial strategy and market needs

Foster a high-performing, collaborative, and customer-centric R&D environment

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will operate at the intersection of strategy, execution, and leadership:

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