Director/Senior Director, Science and Technology (S&T), Danaher, Washington, DC
Danaher -
Washington, DC,
US
Director/Senior Director, Science and Technology (S&T)
Date Posted: 2024-06-16
Job description
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
The essential requirements of the job include:
At Danaher we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Danaher can provide.
At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what's next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.
The EEO posters are available here.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ...@danaher.com to request accommodation.
- Establish understanding of the roles of Generative AI, Data Science and Machine Learning in the Life Sciences and Healthcare areas and develop innovation strategies and executable approaches by identifying early stage companies for minority investing, creating partnerships with academia institutions, create new companies through external partnerships and work with Danaher companies to create internal partnerships to create impactful value to Danaher and new breakthrough technologies.
- Take leadership of building an innovation pipeline across Asia in the cross-section between Generative AI, Data Science and Machine Learning with Genomic Medicine, Next-Generation Bioprocessing, Human Systems R&D and Diagnosis. Manage the identification, evaluation, cultivation of potential partners.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure the business invests in technologies and capabilities needed to stay ahead of the competition and maintain/gain S&T leadership in areas of strategic importance
- In collaboration with internal stakeholders, develop business cases and obtain approval and budget allocation to ensure the business invests in technologies and capabilities needed to stay ahead of competition and maintain/gain S&T leadership in areas of strategic importance. In collaboration with business partners, manage projects post-approval, monitor progress and develop reports-out to ensure success, i.e. on budget and on time, and ensure visibility across businesses and internal stakeholders
- Lead and coordinate strategic partnerships with key academic centers across Asia to improve S&T innovation pipeline success for Danaher and develop an engagement and partnership strategy with innovation hubs, including academic centers, consortiums, and incubators.
- Develop research plans that could lead to the creation of novel IP and in collaboration with R&D leaders in OpCo's and Platform CTOs, develop a framework and standard work procedures to successfully identify and prioritize opportunities for improvement and innovation in our S&T and innovation portfolio
- Cultivate network of external academic KOLs/institutions/science parks to access strategic technology/innovative concepts and lead and coordinate the development of research plans in collaboration with our academic collaborators, and define a clear milestone-based execution and funding strategy.
- Develop Key Performance Indicators and novel metric models to evaluate the success of innovation strategies and return on investment
The essential requirements of the job include:
- 8+ years of experience in Digital and Data Sciences as it pertains to Diagnostics/clinical research, early development, and Pharmaceutical/Biotech/ Life Science industries.
- Experience post advanced degree in Innovation Strategies/New Concept Creation & Prototyping/Investment/New Venture creation in academia and industry settings. Graduated from a top international university, preferably with overseas study or work experience.
- Extensive global exposure, including study, post-doctoral work, and/or professional experience. Relevant experience in venture capital, M&A, strategy development
- Deep understanding and proven experience in leveraging and sourcing technologies in Generative AI, Data Science and Machine Learning in the Genomic Medicine, Next-Generation Bioprocessing, Human Systems R&D, Diagnosis areas across Asia
- Proven experience in Program Management and Alliance Management processes for internal and external R&D activities. Proven experience in driving technological due diligence, valuation, and licensing deals
- Proven track record in leading, managing and driving innovation initiatives for multiple technologies at various stages of development
- Outstanding conversational, presentation, and written communication skills. Ability to synthesize multiple data points to create strategic point of view that can be communicated in a simple message. Fluent in English.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and mobilize people across the organization, and learn quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Ability to negotiate and executed in/out-licenses and service agreements
- Has established networks across scientific/biotech/pharma/academic communities and has knowledge of the leading innovation ecosystems.
At Danaher we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Danaher can provide.
At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what's next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.
The EEO posters are available here.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ...@danaher.com to request accommodation.