Position: VP New Technologies
LTS is a leading pharmaceutical technology company that develops and manufactures innovative drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry.
LTS´ commercial offering encompasses more than 20 marketed products.
LTS operates today from 5 sites: Netanya (Israel), Adrenarche (Germany), West Caldwell (NJ, USA), St. Paul (MN, USA), and Shanghai (China).
We are looking for an excellent technology leader to join our team in Israel.
The position is permanent and full-time.
As the leader of the new technology team, the VP is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and enabling cutting-edge technologies that will drive future growth, differentiation, and patient impact. This strategic role focuses on technology innovation, advanced research, and early-stage technology translation across the product pipeline. The role partners closely with R&D, Regulatory, Clinical, and Business leaders to build a sustainable innovation ecosystem within a highly regulated environment.
What you'll do
As the VP of New Technologies you will be managing a small team of 2-3 experts and will be in charge of -
Technology Foresight & Strategic Innovation
Lead the scanning and evaluation of emerging technologies, scientific trends, and digital health innovations relevant to the company’s clinical focus areas.
Define the technology innovation strategy and 3–5 year technology roadmap aligned with unmet clinical needs, evolving regulations, and market trends.
Establish and manage an internal innovation framework, including incubation pipelines, idea management systems, and cross-functional ideation initiatives.
Develop partnerships with startups, academic labs, innovation hubs, and accelerators to co-develop and evaluate breakthrough technologies.
Guide technical assessments and strategic technology scouting, including investment decisions in new platforms or acquisitions.
Cross-Functional Innovation Enablement
Partner with R&D, Clinical, and Regulatory Affairs to transition high-potential concepts into product development pathways with sound technical and compliance foundations.
Lead technical diligence for strategic partnerships, licensing, and M&A that align with the innovation roadmap.
IP Strategy & Emerging Tech Governance
Drive an active intellectual property strategy to protect innovative concepts, technologies, and digital assets.
Establish technology governance mechanisms for risk-benefit analysis of unproven technologies, including clinical risk, regulatory impact, and long-term scalability.
Interface with legal and regulatory experts to ensure early alignment with global compliance pathways, such as FDA breakthrough device designation or EU MDR novel classification.
Culture of Innovation & Thought Leadership
Foster a culture of innovation within the technical organization through thought leadership, internal forums, and mentorship of innovation leaders.
Contribute to strategic planning sessions with the executive team to shape the future direction of the company through innovation.
Innovation Metrics & Portfolio Management
Define and track innovation KPIs, including technology maturity levels (TRL), time-to-pilot, translational success rates, and external collaboration ROI.
Maintain a balanced portfolio of core, adjacent, and transformational innovations, ensuring strategic alignment and resource optimization
Direct Manager: GM
Requirements
Education: Advanced degree (PhD or MS) in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical engineering or related fields.
Job skills:
10+ years in technology leadership roles in medical devices or life sciences, with a focus on innovation strategy, technology assessment, and R&D translation.
Demonstrated track record of scaling novel technologies into clinical-stage or commercial-stage products.
Deep understanding of regulatory science, especially in areas involving novel device and combination products.
Language skills: Fluent English
Personality:
At LTS, we value collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
We're looking for individuals who can:
Teamwork: Collaborate effectively, embracing diverse perspectives.
Customer Focus: Exceed internal and external customer needs.
Innovation: Create new opportunities with enthusiasm.
Accountability: Take ownership of challenges, uphold standards.
Leadership: Motivate and develop talents, achieving goals.