About the Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated and commercially minded professional to support the development and expansion of our business into the Medical Technology (MedTech) sector.
Our ambition is to identify opportunities in medical technology and digital health, develop innovative healthcare solutions, establish strategic partnerships and access funding through European Union programmes, Swedish innovation agencies and other international funding organisations.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background or interest in medicine, healthcare, life sciences, digital health, business development or innovation who wants to contribute to building a new business area.
The successful candidate will work closely with company management to identify opportunities, develop partnerships, research funding programmes and support the development of commercially viable healthcare projects.
Key Responsibilities
- MedTech Business Development
Research opportunities in medical technology, digital health and healthcare innovation.
Identify promising medical products, technologies and business opportunities.
Support market research, competitor analysis and business planning.
Contribute to the development of the company's MedTech business strategy.
Identify relevant European and Swedish funding opportunities.
Research programmes such as Horizon Europe, EIC Accelerator, Eurostars, EIT Health and Vinnova.
Assist with preparing funding applications, project proposals, budgets and supporting documentation.
Support the development of collaborative projects with potential funding partners.
- Partnerships and Networking
Identify and establish relationships with hospitals, universities, research institutions and healthcare organisations.
Develop contacts with medical technology companies, manufacturers and distributors.
Support international partnerships and collaborative innovation projects.
- Project Development and Coordination
Assist in developing and coordinating MedTech projects.
Support project planning, timelines, budgets and reporting.
Research medical device regulatory requirements, including EU MDR and IVDR, and coordinate with relevant specialists when needed.
Contribute to business development plans and project recommendations.
Qualifications and Experience
We welcome applications from candidates with educational or professional backgrounds in one or more of the following:
Medicine, healthcare or clinical practice.
Medical technology or medical device development.
Life sciences, biomedical sciences or biotechnology.
Digital health, health informatics or healthcare IT.
Business development, innovation or project management.
Essential skills:
Good understanding of healthcare, medical services or healthcare technologies.
Strong research, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Good written and spoken English.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently, take initiative and coordinate projects.
Genuine interest in healthcare innovation and business development.
The following are advantages but not mandatory:
Experience in healthcare business development or partnerships.
Exposure to EU funding programmes such as Horizon Europe, Eurostars or EIC.
Experience supporting grant applications or funded projects.
Knowledge of Swedish innovation funding, including Vinnova.
Basic understanding of EU MDR, IVDR and CE-marking processes.
Knowledge of the Swedish or Nordic healthcare and MedTech markets.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone proactive, entrepreneurial and interested in developing new business opportunities.
We do not expect the successful candidate to be an established MedTech executive or an expert in all areas of EU funding and medical device regulation.
We value healthcare knowledge, business development potential, initiative, strong research skills and a willingness to learn and develop specialist expertise.
Initial Objectives
During the first six months, the successful candidate will contribute to:
Assessing opportunities in the Swedish and European MedTech markets.
Identifying potential healthcare innovation and technology projects.
Mapping relevant Swedish and European funding opportunities.
Establishing relationships with potential research, healthcare and industry partners.
Supporting the preparation of suitable funding applications.
Developing a preliminary MedTech business development and 12–24-month roadmap.
What We Offer
An opportunity to help establish and develop a new business area.
Direct collaboration with company management.
Opportunities to develop expertise in MedTech, EU funding and healthcare innovation.
International networking and partnership opportunities.
Scope for increased responsibility and professional growth as the business develops.
Application
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a short description of their relevant experience and interest in MedTech.
Examples of healthcare projects, business development activities, partnerships or funding applications are welcome.
We are particularly interested in candidates who combine healthcare knowledge, business development potential and an interest in turning healthcare challenges into innovative and commercially viable solutions.