Global Head (f/m/d) Research & Innovation Ecosystem

As the Global Head of Research & Innovation Ecosystem at Siemens, you will lead building strong partnerships between industry partners, universities, research institutes, startups and corporates.

What we offer you

• Appealing Siemens pension benefits
• An attractive remuneration package
• Access to employee share plans
• Development programs that can be customized according to your wishes and ambitions
• 2 to 3 days of mobile working per week as a global standard
• 30 days of paid vacation and a variety of flexible work schedules that allow time off for you and your family

Since each of over 300,000 employees feels that other benefits are particularly important, and we cannot list our entire benefit portfolio here, you can find more information here .

The individual benefits are subject to regulatory, contractual, or corporate conditions.

You’ll make an impact by

• Leading a team of 15 Senior Consultants across the globe
• Defining strategy and sustainably implementing Siemens‘ collaboration offerings with external partners in the innovation process
• Driving the current programs, such as Siemens Research & Innovation Ecosystem, Siemens for Startups and Tech4Sustainability and further developing them
• Scouting for the best partners for Siemens in tech research & innovation outside the company
• Driving the Siemens PhD network and constantly improving it
• Representing Siemens in relevant external science, university, startup related advisory boards
• Supporting the Siemens Management Board in their academic board memberships

Your defining qualities

• University degree preferably with a doctorate / Ph. D
• Long-term work experience in technology and innovation management or a tech driven business
• Experienced in handling C-level executives from corporates and higher education institutions
• Understanding of Siemens’ core technologies & business portfolio for guaranteeing the perfect matchmaking with external research
• Profound knowledge of innovation policies, the startup scenery, targets, profile and needs of higher education institutions worldwide, preferably validated with relevant advisory board seats or memberships
• Proven track record in leading global and multi-cultural teams (disciplinary leadership)
• Curiosity and ability to partner and build (contractual) relationships with science institutions, startups, industry partners in the very early phases of research and predevelopment
• Outstanding communication skills in English. Proficiency in spoken and written German would be a plus

You are much more than your qualifications, and we believe in the potential of every single candidate. We look forward to getting to know you!

Your individual personality and perspective are important to us. We create a working environment that reflects the diversity of society and support you in your personal and professional development. Let’s get to know your authentic personality and create a better future together with us. As an equal-opportunity employer we are happy to consider applications from individuals with disabilities.

About us

With the vision to become ONE Tech company, Siemens is amidst an extraordinary transformation where Foundational Technologies play a vital role.

At Foundational Technologies Research & Innovation Ecosystem, we support and consult our Siemens colleagues in all businesses and central functions on how to improve the company’s innovation strength in a very early phase of research & predevelopment. Vice versa, we are actively scouting for relevant leaders with vision and talents in those areas, bringing them together with our experts for joint research, innovations and proof on concepts.

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