China Innovation Center Leader
Core
Define and execute a unified China innovation strategy, integrating workflows, software, automation, and frontier technology scouting to develop, pilot, and scale solutions for global and local markets.
Role type
Senior IC innovation leader (strategy & team leadership)
Builds
Localized workflow and digital solutions, AI/automation capabilities, and a pipeline of technologies for global scaling
Domain
Analytical Instrumentation / China market innovation
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Strategic leadership, multidisciplinary team management, customer engagement, partnership development, technology scouting, global alignment, regulatory navigation (AI governance/data privacy), rapid prototyping, business model development
Preferred skills
MBA or advanced degree, experience in complex global environments, familiarity with workflow solutions and AI in Analytical Instrumentation
Technologies
AI, automation, software development, workflow solutions
Responsibilities
Design and implement a unified China Innovation operating model; Lead and scale a multidisciplinary team of ~16 members; Drive customer-centric innovation through deep engagement and rapid prototyping; Engage with external innovation ecosystem (startups, academia); Ensure alignment with global functional teams and product roadmaps; Lead reporting, KPI tracking, and governance processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategy & mentorship
