Chief Information Officer

Surgical Science –­­ About our organization

One of the biggest challenges within healthcare globally is reducing injuries that occur during care. Medical education and training are key, especially as a large part of the training can now be performed outside the operating room. Surgical Science is a world leader in the development of virtual reality simulators for evidence-based training. The simulators enable surgeons and other medical specialists to train and improve their psycho-motor skills and instrument handling before entering the clinical environment. Alongside proprietary products, Surgical Science works with simulation solutions for medical device companies that develop instruments for clinical use, such as robotic surgery.

The headquarters are in Gothenburg, with additional offices in Stockholm, Tel Aviv, Cleveland, Seattle and Shenzhen. The virtual reality simulators are used by medical training centers and institutes worldwide for practice, validation and certification of students, surgeons, and medical doctors. Our products help save lives and drive positive patient outcomes, every day across the world.

This role is part of our multinational and dynamic organization. We particularly value curiosity, perseverance, and respect among our employees.

CIO – Job Description

Surgical Science has become the world-leading simulation company for medical training through a period of organic and acquisitive growth. However, the market is yet in its infancy with low penetration of our products, at the same time growing rapidly and with a growing demand for our products and services. As we write the new chapter in our growth journey, we aim to “Maintain the soul while embracing change”. This means that we need to set the company up for success in the future, while maintaining the parts which have made us successful until today.

The position is in the company HQ in Gothenburg.

As the Chief Information Officer, you will be responsible for managing the IT department.
You will be reporting to the CRDO (Chief R&D Officer) of Surgical Science.
Together, you will set a budget for IT, create and lead company IT-related strategies, and work to certify and comply with relevant international standards.

As the CIO you will lead a team of talented employees spread out globally in the company offices in Sweden, the United States, Israel and potentially other locations. You will ensure the company IT system and services are state-of-the-art and comply with the company IT strategies.

You will be in charge of planning, budgeting, purchasing, operating & servicing of all the company IT equipment and services. You will be in charge of setting the IT operation in a way that will enhance serviceability to the company employees, supporting them in their work and contributing to the company’s success.

Responsibilities:

• Managing the global IT team
• Planning and approving an IT strategy for the company that will align with our company goals,. culture and our business requirements.
• Planning and approving a budget for IT in the organization.
• Operating purchasing processes and budget control processes relating to the company IT operations.
• Pursuing actions to comply, certify and maintain relevant international standards qualifications.
• Building and operating IT service functions to the organization – helpdesk, emergency response after hours, service operation for offsite employees, and traveling employees, etc.
• Executing all IT related operations in the company.
• Maintaining constant status monitor and reporting of the company IT services and operations.

Requirements:

• The position is located in Gothenburg.
• A university degree in Computer Science, Information Technologies or similar
• At least 3 years full time experience in leading an IT department in an organization.
• Proven technical experience with Windows technologies based IT systems.
• Proven experience in people management in technological environments: IT/Tech-operations/R&D.
• Proven experience planning a budget and executing it for IT operations.

Personal Characteristics:

• High energy levels – diligent and committed to the work.
• Great personal communication skills – practicing pleasant and effective communication with colleagues and employees.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Strong service awareness – implementing high level of personal and professional care for other people’s needs making sure they would receive the best service and support available.
• Methodological and organized in executing the professional practice. Setting example to others.

If you believe you have the right experience and skill set for this role, we look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible, as the recruitment process is ongoing.