Technical Business Development Director

3 days ago


StokeonTrent, United Kingdom Rapiscan Systems Full time
Job Description

Join Rapiscan Systems as a Technical Business Development Director

Are you a visionary with a PhD in Physics or a related field? Do you have a passion for innovation and a proven track record in securing funding for groundbreaking research? If so, we want you to lead our Commercial R&D activities at Rapiscan Systems

About Us: Rapiscan Systems is at the forefront of detection technology, providing cutting-edge cargo and vehicle inspection systems. Our mission is to combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud with state-of-the-art X-ray technology.

Your Role: Rapiscan Cargo and Vehicle (CVI) division is seeking a highly skilled Technical Business Development Director to spearhead the development of commercial R&D activities. This role focuses on identifying and establishing opportunities within the UK and EU for funded mechanisms to develop low TRL (1-6) technologies in alignment with the CVI innovation roadmap.

As the Technical Business Development Director, you will:

  • Drive Innovation : Lead the development of low TRL (1-6) technologies, aligning with our CVI innovation roadmap.
  • Build Networks : Leverage your existing connections and forge new relationships to support our innovation goals.
  • Secure Funding : Draft high-quality, technically detailed proposals to secure funding from government bodies, academic institutions, industry collaborators, and funding managers. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in a scientific discipline, preferably Physics, and have a proven track record in securing funding from external agencies, including government bodies, academic institutions, industry collaborators, and research councils.
  • Collaborate : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including physicists, data scientists, research technicians, and funding managers, to ensure project success.
  • Communicate : Provide regular updates to Senior Management and offer feedback to Sales and Marketing on product status and market expectations.
  • Strategize : Develop processes for new programs, including technical justification, ROI, and market growth.

What We Offer:

  • Cutting-Edge Projects : Work on innovative projects that make a real-world impact.
  • Collaborative Environment : Join a team of experts dedicated to excellence in imaging performance and design.
  • Professional Growth : Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Excellent Salary and Company Benefits :

  • 25 days holiday pay plus bank holidays
  • Car Leasing Scheme
  • Healthcare Cash Plan and Life Insurance
  • Pension
  • Birthday paid one day’s leave
  • Two days paid leave to work in a charity of your choice
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Eden Red benefits
  • Enhanced paternity and maternity pay

Qualifications and Experience:

  • PhD in Physics or a related field.
  • 5-10+ years of experience in Commercial R&D.
  • A proven track record in securing funding from external agencies, including government bodies, academic institutions, industry collaborators, and research councils.
  • Knowledge of X-ray imaging techniques is a plus.

Why Rapiscan Systems? At Rapiscan Systems, we are committed to excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is making a difference in global security.



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