Innovation Manager

2 weeks ago


Chennai, India ZEISS India Full time

In this role you will: Primary duties and responsibilities are 1. 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 Specifications 1. Education / Professional Certification - University degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) - MBA, PhD, M Tech or equivalent experience mandatory 2. 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 teams 3. 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 English 4. 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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