Robert Ross

About Robert Ross

Passionate Research and Development Engineering Leader in the Medical Device industry with over 20 years of experience. Launched products ranging from catheters and blood collection tubes to continuous glucose monitors and heart valve repair devices. Experienced in setting program objectives, building collaborative teams, and driving results.

Experience

1. Senior R & d Program Manager

   Metronom Health

   Apr 2020 — Present

   Reported to the Senior VP of R&D and Manufacturing. Led a multidisciplinary multinational team in the development of an implantable Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) from bench-top concept to clinical trial readiness. Orchestrated all activities in a fast-paced start-up with over 100 resources with levels from operators, technicians, engineers, PHD’s and directors. Product required management of engineering disciplines including, Mechanical Design, Molding, Process Development and Manufacturing, Electronic Component Development, Firmware, Software, Development of IOS apps, Chemistry and Optics.Responsibilities-Assist management with resource planning, utilization, and justification of R&D business resources-Manage highly complex projects, or a combination of projects, or a project portfolio-Provides project management support for research and development-Manages projects and/or assists project managers identify resource requirements, cost and time schedules-Develop an implementation plan, conduct risk assessments, and develop and implement contingency plans to allow for and accommodate unforeseen events and changes in strategy-Interface with other disciplines, customers, internal clients, project staff and internal and external experts as required-Prepare and present written and oral reports and other presentations to internal and external audiences-Interact with senior level management to reach agreement regarding significant program strategies-Accountable for the successful completion of project tasks on time and within budget-Accountable for managing resources (direct and matrix) assigned to project regarding project tasks-Identify potential problem areas and implement corrective actions as needed-Provides leadership for project management and training of project managers.

Education

• University of Rochester - Simon Business School

  Masters in Business Administration

• Rochester Institute of Technology

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Skills

• Project Engineering
• Project Leadership
• Product Development