About this Associated Vice President, R&D role at Agilent Technologies
Job Description
Agilent Technologies empowers scientific discovery to advance quality of life worldwide. Serving life science, diagnostics, and applied laboratories, Agilent delivers instruments, services, consumables, software and expertise that enable customers to generate meaningful insights.
Within the Applied Markets Group (AMG), the Gas Phase Division (GPD) develops and commercializes a global portfolio of Gas Chromatography (GC) and GC/MS solutions serving Chemical & Energy, Pharma/Biopharma, Food, Environmental & Forensics, Academic & Research, and Diagnostics markets. GPD is positioned to deliver strong customer value by advancing both analytical performance and laboratory economics.
The Associate Vice President (AVP) of GPD Research & Development leads global R&D teams in the development of innovative, high‑quality, and differentiated GC and GC/MS solutions. This role requires a strategic, results‑driven leader with a strong track record in new product development, organizational leadership, and cross‑functional collaboration. The AVP will play a critical role in driving sustained technology leadership, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Define and execute divisional R&D strategies in partnership with GPD leadership to differentiate customer experience and value.
Own the R&D product roadmap to extend market leadership in GC and GC/MS instrumentation.
Ensure strong cross‑functional alignment across marketing, R&D, supply chain, quality, operations, and field organizations to deliver timely, innovative solutions.
Incorporate Voice of Customer (VOC) and competitive insights into product innovation.
Drive rigorous execution of the product development lifecycle, ensuring compliance with Agilent quality, documentation, and DFx requirements from concept through commercialization.
Lead R&D resource planning to align talent and capabilities with business priorities, adapting rapidly to changing market needs.
Build future‑ready R&D capabilities by attracting top talent, developing technical and leadership skills, and fostering strong organizational performance.
Champion cross‑division collaboration in smart instrumentation and end‑to‑end workflow automation initiatives, leveraging a One Agilent mindset.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, chemistry, or related scientific discipline; PhD preferred.
10+ years of relevant R&D experience, including 7+ years of increasing leadership roles within analytical instrumentation or related fields.
Proven success leading globally distributed teams and launching products for worldwide markets.
Strong expertise in R&D operations, organizational development, and cross‑functional leadership.
Demonstrated strategic, financial, and decision‑making acumen, including P&L awareness.
High emotional intelligence, strong communication skills, and clear alignment with Agilent values.
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least May 7, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $197,360.00 - $308,375.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.