Innovation Manager

6 days ago


Chennai Tamil Nadu India, Tamil Nadu ZEISS India Full time

In this role you will:Primary duties and responsibilities are1. Identify and evaluate deeptech opportunities:• Scout and assess innovation topics emerging from IIT Madras and partner universities. Evaluate ideas based on desirability, feasibility, and viability for ZEISS.2. Build and maintain innovation partnerships:• Develop and manage relationships with academic institutions, startups, and ZEISS departments globally. Act as a key point of contact for the Innovation Hub Chennai.3. Conduct innovation and market research:• Lead studies on emerging technologies and market trends. Identify customer needs and define solution concepts with interdisciplinary teams.4. Initiate and manage projects:• Drive the development of proof-of-concept demonstrators and prototypes. Manage internal and external partners to ensure knowledge transfer to ZEISS business units.5. Support technology and business transfer:• Facilitate the transition of innovative concepts into ZEISS business operations. Support internal venturing and incubation through structured proposals and business plans.6. Screen and evaluate startups:• Identify startups relevant to the Innovation Hub’s focus areas. Propose collaboration or investment opportunities aligned with ZEISS strategy.7. Foster innovation culture:• Promote a 'together we go far' and 'just do it' mindset within teams. Encourage creativity, agile collaboration, and cross-border innovation practices.Education requirements / Experience / Job Specifications1. Education / Professional Certification- University degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)- MBA, PhD, M Tech or equivalent experience mandatory2. Experience- 3–4 years of professional experience in consulting, innovation management, or venturing after academic education, 8 to 10 years of experience overall- Experience in coordinating cross-functional and external teams3. Knowledge / Skills / Other characteristics- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills- Familiarity with tools like CRM software, Miro, Power BI, SharpCloud- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities- Hands-on, collaborative mindset with perseverance in idea development- Fluent in English4. Working conditions & Other Attributes.- Based at IIT Madras Research Park, Chennai (on-site)- Local candidates preferred, hybrid work to be discussed for exceptionally suitable outstation candidates.- Dynamic, interdisciplinary, and entrepreneurial environment.- Occasional domestic and international travel.



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