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We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. We are looking to hire a Program Manager-Digital Twin of Eye to join our Modeling and Simulation Team. You will be responsible for leading the advancement of the Digital twin of eye project, partner with key Alcon leaders to establish future strategy and direction, develop network of resource partners to accomplish project goals.
Digital Twin of Eye is a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) driven research and development project, specifically in the area of computational human eye model development to support R&D device / therapy development and interaction with human eye.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive our vision to develop digital twin of eye, a set of physically realistic multi-physics simulation models of human eye, that will enable accurate modeling of key aspects of ocular physiology pertaining to the interaction of the human eye with Alcon's products and systems.
Establish future strategy and direction for digital twin of eye modeling project in alignment with R&D’s strategic plans within multiple technology platforms.
As an expert in computational modeling and simulation (FEA and CFD) drive innovation and ensure high quality decision making through effective application of Modeling and Simulation for the eye model
Be able to technically assess the credibility of the computational models and develop validations and verification methods.
Partner with Alcon key leaders and senior team members to develop digital twin eye work plans and objectives for establishing models / simulations / capabilities to accomplish specific objectives for the defined area of focus in the eye.
Develop network of external resource partners and leverage experts appropriately to accomplish work plans including - developing detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports, conducting risk analysis and monitoring the progress of plans against project milestones and budgets.
Serve as an SME to drive existing digital twin of eye work streams to completion, providing technical and analytical guidance to both internal and external teams.
Ensure projects are completed on time with expected accuracy, ensure adherence to quality standards and review of project deliverables
Analyze and document requirements by liaising with a range of users in the organization. Manage the integration of vendor tasks and tracks and review vendor deliverables
Develop and manage interpersonal relationships to influence decisions of technical leaders and M&S analysts along with external resources.
Responsible for successful and innovative problem solving in resolution of the most challenging issues with a customer driven focus; champion Alcon values and behaviors.
Collaborate with and influence project leaders in simulation driven product development with accountability for outcome.
Demonstrated 8 years of expertise in Multiphysics Simulation methods and applications to medical devices and therapies
Experience in biological tissue modeling. Advanced knowledge of occular physiology is a plus
Demonstrated expertise in use of various M&S tools from providers such as Ansys, Siemens, Altair to healthcare applications
Key Requirements/Minimum Requirements
Mechanical/Biomedical/Electrical engineer (M.S.+8 yrs; PhD+5 yrs)
The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
3 Years of demonstrated project leadership experience
Work hours: 40 hours
Travel Requirements: Minimal if office based, 15% if remote
Sponsorship available: Yes
Relocation: No
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Pay Range
$114,400.00 - $171,600.00
Pay Frequency
Annual
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