Technical Product Manager - Clinical Data Management System

We are seeking a highly skilled Product Manager to lead the development and enhancement of our innovative Clinical Data Management System (CDMS) for Medical Imaging in clinical trials. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in Computer Science or Engineering, complemented by a deep understanding of Medical Imaging and Clinical Trials. This role requires a product-centric approach, with the ability to drive strategic product decisions that align with business objectives, industry trends, and customer needs. As a Product Manager you will be responsible for defining and executing product strategies, managing the product lifecycle, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver effective solutions. You will lead a cross functional product team of clinical and software development specialists to ensure our products meet evolving corporate, industry, customer, and regulatory requirements. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to advance medical imaging in clinical trials, we invite you to join our team and contribute to setting new standards in this field.

Product Operations (System Ownership) and Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Provide leadership to the cross-functional product teams comprised of representatives from Quality Assurance, IT Project Management, CIMS, contract developers and/or designers, technical system experts, Computer System Validation and/or vendors, where applicable.
• Apply tools like design thinking, free thinking exercises or prototyping to foster a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Collaborate closely with Enterprise Analyses, Imaging Operations, Imaging Research and Development, external design and development contractors, and other cross-functional teams to define product requirements and guide successful product development.
• Work alongside Sales and Marketing teams to develop effective go-to-market strategies, positioning, and marketing collateral.
• Ensure that all products adhere to relevant regulatory standards and certifications, collaborating with Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs teams to navigate compliance requirements.
• Act as System Owner for imaging product(s) (e.g. CIMS-Endoscopy, Lucidity, Notō), leading the product lifecycle, from ideation and concept development through to launch, change management, maintenance, and eventual phase-out.
• Regularly assess product performance and customer feedback, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Work with Director, Imaging Innovation to develop product budgets and manage product development activities within approved budgets.

Stakeholder Engagement and Vendor Management

• Cultivate strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, medical and scientific collaborators, customers, and internal teams.
• Act as the primary liaison between internal and external stakeholders, including customers, throughout the product or service development life cycle ensuring all stakeholder expectations are appropriately managed and customer needs and issues are addressed to the customer’s satisfaction.
• Perform Vendor Lead responsibilities when external vendors/partners are engaged in product development and/or associated service delivery. May include support of legal agreement and financial tracking of assigned Product(s).

Product Strategy and Market Analysis

• Develop and communicate a comprehensive product strategy aligned with the company's vision and business goals to the Executive Committee, Senior Management Team (SMT), Expanded Leadership Team, and/or Change Committees within Alimentiv.
• Create and maintain a dynamic product roadmap, incorporating market trends, customer needs,regulatory requirements, and technological advancements.
• Conduct thorough market analyses to identify opportunities and threats, staying abreast of industry trends and competitive landscapes.
• Develop and present proposals for strategic innovations and enhancements to various internal stakeholders and/or committees (e.g. Executives, Senior Management Team (SMT), Information Systems Steering Committee, Innovation Committee, AcelaBio/Precision Medicine (PMed), Clinical Research, Medical R&D, Sales/Marketing teams).

• Minimum requirement: Bachelor's degree with 4-6 years related experience; excellent communication skills and experience in stakeholder management

Preferred:
• Master's degree + 7-9 years related experience
• Deep technical knowledge and experience with software development, artificial intelligence, machine learning, programming, software as medical device (SaMD) regulations and standards
• Prior experience in product strategy and roadmap development in the clinical research field; understanding of regulatory and compliance standards associated with clinical trials
• Background in software engineering/development
• Vendor management experience

Working Conditions

• Home based
• Regular working office hours
Note: Interview accommodations for applicants with a disability available on request

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