Research and Development Managers

What the job involves

• Determining, implementing and monitoring research and development strategies, policies and plans
• Developing and implementing research projects, priorities and targets to support commercial and policy developments
• Leading major research projects and coordinating activities of other research workers
• Assessing the benefits and monitoring the costs and effectiveness of research and development activities
• Interpreting results of research projects and recommending associated product and service development innovations
• Providing advice on research and development options available to the organisation
• Monitoring leading-edge developments in relevant disciplines and assessing implications for the organisation
• May publish results of significant research projects

Key values of workers in Research and Development Managers

• Working Conditions

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

• Achievement

  Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

• Support

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

• Recognition

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

• Relationships

  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Top skills required for workers in Research and Development Managers

• Reading Comprehension

  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

• Active Listening

  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Critical Thinking

  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Monitoring

  Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

• Writing

  Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.