Project Manager, R&D

This is where your work makes a difference. Your Role at Baxter Program Manager within our Connected Care R&D organization. Your contributions directly influence patient outcomes and the reliability of the software-enabled medical devices clinicians depend on every day. You will work with cross‑functional teams, lead through inspiration, and hold each other accountable. What You’ll Be Doing Provide business and technical leadership for one or more software-focused R&D projects within Connected Care. Lead teams in defining project strategies, establishing goals, and ensuring project scope is clearly defined and controlled. Oversee the end‑to‑end lifecycle of a software medical device product from discovery through requirements, development, verification, launch, and sustaining. Engage regularly with all levels of management to ensure clear communication across teams and collaborators. Guarantee identification and communication of project risks; develop mitigation plans and guide teams in proactive risk management. Foresee potential conflict scenarios and drive resolutions that support mutually beneficial outcomes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Collaborate with other program managers to ensure successful launch of new products, including first‑time 510(k) submissions . Hold teams accountable for execution, schedule adherence, and delivery of project commitments. What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s in Engineering (preferred) with 8+ years experience, or Master’s with 5+ years. 3+ years leading cross‑functional projects, ideally in software or regulated medical devices. Strong command of SDLC, Quality Systems, and Agile project management. Experience managing full product lifecycles—discovery through launch and sustaining. Familiarity with FDA regulatory pathways (e.g., 510(k), combination products). Proven ability to drive execution, manage scope, and proactively mitigate risks. Excellent communication and presentation skills across technical and leadership audiences. A self‑starter who thrives in fast‑moving environments and challenges assumptions to drive decisions. Compensation – The estimated base salary for this position is $120,000-$165,000 annually. This range may vary based on market data and other factors. The position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time. US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico) Medical and dental coverage starting on day one. Basic life, accident, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Flexible Spending Accounts and educational assistance. Paid holidays and paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service. Family and medical leave, paid parental leave. Additional benefits: commuting benefits, employee discount program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodations Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know the nature of your request. Recruitment Fraud Notice Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents. To protect yourself, please review our Recruitment Fraud Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr