2161 — Research and development (r&d) managers

What this occupation covers

Managers in this unit group plan, organise, co-ordinate and manage resources to undertake the systematic investigation necessary for the development of new, or to enhance the performance of existing, products and services.

Typical duties

establishes product design and performance objectives in consultation with other business functions

liaises with production departments to investigate and resolve manufacturing problems

develops research methodology, implements and reports upon research investigations undertaken

plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities to the research and development team

monitors the standards of scientific and technical research undertaken by the research team

Entry routes and qualifications

Entrants usually possess a relevant degree or equivalent qualification. Training is usually provided on-the-job, although support may be provided for postgraduate study. Professional qualifications are available.

Sponsorship information

Higher Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

Full Table 1 going rate: £54,400 at 37.5 hours. The applicable salary requirement can differ: use the calculator.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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