Innovation Specialist
Core
Supports GIC initiatives by applying expertise to reimagine eye care and eyewear delivery, contributing to innovation projects, and clarifying complex topics for the team.
Role type
Innovation Specialist (IC)
Builds
Innovation projects and programs across the GIC
Domain
Healthcare, eyewear, emerging technology, and business model innovation
Required skills
Innovation management, emerging technology evaluation, prototyping, proof-of-concept activities, user research, concept testing, hypothesis development, project pitching, presentation skills, technical concept translation
Preferred skills
Healthcare industry experience, manufacturing experience, retail experience, technology industry experience, creative culture experience (consulting or large corporate)
Technologies
PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Design and execute projects exploring and scaling concepts in assigned domains; contribute to technology evaluation and business model innovation; monitor domain areas for potential and impact; apply experimentation methodologies; support product or business model evaluation using scorecards; identify problems and opportunities; develop and pitch new project ideas; present project findings to the enterprise; collaborate with internal and external partners.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC