About Us
4D Medicine unites world-class scientists, 3D printing experts, and medical device veterans to create best-in-class medical devices that enhance surgery and improve patient outcomes globally.
Our group structure
4D Medicine Limited is the parent company to two wholly owned subsidiaries, each with specific functions in the research, development and commercialisation of new bioabsorbable biomaterials and implantable medical devices that help people heal.
Medicine
Parent company of the 4D Group, 4D Medicine Ltd is dedicated to shaping the future of resorbable medical materials and implantable devices.
4D BIOMATERIALS
4D Biomaterials Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary engaged in the formulation and manufacture of proprietary bioabsorbable materials for medical applications
$1bn
The annual global market for bioabsorbable biomaterials
4D MEDICAL DEVICES
4D Medical Devices Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary engaged in the design, development and manufacture of novel bioabsorbable medical devices
$6bn
The annual global market for bioabsorbable medical devices
Company values
At 4D, we ignite our success through the unique talents of every individual, creating a dynamic, collaborative culture where diverse ideas are blended to fuel innovation. Imagination and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.
Meet our senior leadership team
The Senior Leadership Team at 4D is a dynamic and diverse group of academic and industry experts, with a wealth of experience in research, development, commercialisation and strategic growth.
Tom Buckland
Board Chairperson
An experienced Senior Executive, Company Founder and Board Member. Successfully fundraising, developing, commercialising and exiting Medical Technologies in highly competitive environments is my focus. Senior management experience in a wide range of cross-functional roles including global business development, product development and commercial in organisations ranging from start-ups to multinationals, with a deep understanding of building and scaling high-performance teams.
Philip Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Professor Andrew Dove
Founder & Chief Scientific Officer
World-leading expert in degradable biomaterials.
Created 4D Biomaterials after more than 12 years research at the universities of Warwick and Birmingham.
Dr Phil Reeves
3D Printing Business Strategist
Leading consultant on Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing (AM/3DP) business strategy and technology investment. Formerly Global VP of Consulting at Stratasys – largest 3D printing technology and service provider globally.
Dr Andy Nayler
Chief Operating Officer
Over 15 years’ experience in polymer technology transfer. Strong track record of taking new technologies from spin-out to market, developing quality management systems and securing substantial grant funding from UK and international sources.
Piers Morgan
Chief Financial Officer
Piers is an experienced finance professional who joined 4D Medicine in 2024. He has more than 20 years Board level experience in drug discovery, clinical development in biotech, covering both small molecules and gene therapies. In total, Piers has led financings amounting to almost $800m as principal, and a further $700m as an adviser. Prior to his experience in biotech, Piers worked in investment banking for almost 10 years, focusing on M&A and equity capital markets; he holds an MA in Law and Management Studies from Cambridge University and qualified as an ACA with PricewaterhouseCoopers. He also acts as Chief Financial Officer at Pangea Bio.
Rick Leach
Medical Device Consultant
Rick Leach is a medical device industry veteran whose international career spans more than thirty years in senior commercial roles within medical technology start-ups and multinational blue-chip companies. He has worked in Europe and the U.S.A. for companies such as Baxter Healthcare, IsoTis Orthobiologics, Integra Life Sciences and Bonesupport. Rick’s core technology focus has been on implantable medical devices, biomaterials and regenerative therapies for musculoskeletal indications. In 2019, Rick co-founded Callisto Life Science Partners Ltd, a medical device consultancy that advises universities and early-stage companies on global go-to-market strategies. Rick is an elected Fellow of The Chartered Institute of Marketing.
Nick Jenkinson
Financial/Commercial Analyst
Nick is a Chartered Accountant with ten years experience in roles advising clients across a range of industries including financial services, retail, construction, manufacturing and public sector. Nick has been invited in the successful turnaround and restructuring of multiple UK high street brands and more recently helped accelerate the growth of several startups and UK SMEs. Nick is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales and also holds the Certificate in Insolvency
Working with us
Since spinning out of two major U.K. universities in 2019, we have continued our journey towards becoming a fully operational biomaterial and medical device innovator.
With a strong portfolio of exciting product concepts, an enterprising business plan and robust financial backing, we are ready to accelerate our commercial development to fully exploit a multi-billion-pound market opportunity.
To achieve our aspirational goals, we will welcome creative, passionate and diligent individuals to our growing team. Our rapid growth plans demand additional skills and human resources in multiple disciplines, from medical device design to sales & marketing.
If you’d like to join our team, we can offer:
- A stimulating and dynamic work environment alongside world-class colleagues based at our head office in Nottingham, UK.
- An open, supportive and entrepreneurial culture that encourages professional curiosity and creative collaborative working.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- A competitive compensation package that recognises prior experience and rewards future achievements.
Pension scheme
If you think you have what it takes to help reshape the future of bioabsorbable medical devices, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your C.V. and a covering letter to: opportunities@4Dmedicine.co.uk.
