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| 1237 RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT MANAGERS
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Research and development department managers plan, direct
and coordinate the research and development activities of the
enterprise or organisation, under the broad guidance of the
directors and chief executives, and in consultation with
managers of other departments or sections.
Tasks include -
(a) planning, directing and coordinating research and
development activities, in-house or commissioned from
external research organisations, to develop new or improved
technical processes, products or utilisation of materials
for the enterprise or organisation;
(b) planning the overall research and development programme of
the enterprise or organisation, specifying goals and
budgetary requirements;
(c) controlling expenditure and ensuring the efficient use of
resources;
(d) establishing and directing operational and administrative
procedures;
(e) planning and directing daily operations;
(f) overseeing the selection, training and performance of
staff;
(g) representing the department in its dealings with other
parts of the organisation or with outside bodies;
(h) performing related tasks;
(i) supervising other workers.
Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Department manager, research and development
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