Director Technology, Development & Innovation (mfd)
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Job Location:
Liestal - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Brukers high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular cellular and microscopic close cooperation with our customers Bruker is enabling innovation improved productivity and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research in specialty diagnostics in applied and biopharma applications in microscopy and nanoanalysis as well as in industrial and cleantech research and next-gen semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging clinical phenomics research proteomics and multiomics spatial and single-cell biology functional structural and condensate biology as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.
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Since March 2024 Chemspeed Technologies AG is part of Bruker Corporation and closely collaborates with Bruker BioSpin. Their mission is to enable the innovation and sustainability of tomorrow through automation digitalization and gamification of research and development. The technology is used in a wide variety of chemical research fields and quality controls. Our solutions accelerate research and developments of the future such as novel medicines or materials used in batteries photovoltaics and cosmetics among others.
Responsibilities
The Director Technology Development & Innovation (m/f/d) is responsible for shaping and driving the companys longterm technology strategy and leading all innovation development and architectural initiatives across the Automation Division. This role provides strategic and operational leadership to multidisciplinary engineering teams (spanning software hardware systems robotics and automation) to ensure the delivery of highquality futureready technological solutions aligned with business priorities.
- Define and execute the companys technology development and innovation strategy in alignment with business priorities
- Lead and mentor crossfunctional engineering teams (software hardware systems) fostering strong collaboration and highquality delivery
- Oversee product and platform architecture including AI/ML digital twins and workflow automation.
- Identify evaluate and drive adoption of emerging technologies; lead innovation initiatives and feasibility studies.
- Maintain and communicate a transparent technology roadmap ensuring alignment with stakeholders across engineering operations and business functions
- Manage strategic technology partnerships and oversee key integration and collaboration projects.
- Support IP strategy including patent processes documentation and protection of technical advancements
- Oversee R&D budgeting resource allocation and tracking of technology investments.
- Provide expert support on customer escalations pre-sales technical consultations and technical communications.
- Report progress risks technology milestones and innovation outcomes to the CEO and the leadership team
Qualifications
Required Education & Professional Background
- Masters degree in Engineering Computer Science Robotics Automation or a related technical field.
- 68 years of relevant professional experience in technology development automation systems engineering or multidisciplinary product development.
- 35 years of leadership experience ideally in a hightech R&D or innovationdriven environment.
Technical & Professional Skills
- Systems engineering & system architecture expertise (Expert level).
- Deep experience with multidisciplinary product development including software hardware robotics and complex automation systems (Expert).
- Strong knowledge of AI/ML digital twins and autonomous workflows (Advanced/Expert).
- Experience in innovation management and technology scouting (Advanced).
- Solid understanding of IP strategy patent processes and technical documentation (Advanced).
- Proficiency with project and portfolio management tools such as Jira Confluence and PLM systems (Advanced).
- English language (min. C1 level) and German (min. B2 level)
Soft Skills
- Strong conflictmanagement capabilities.
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
- High adaptability and openness to change.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving mindset.
- Excellent communication skills across functions and levels.
- Strong sense of responsibility and ownership.
- Solutionoriented working style with a collaborative team mindset.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Fundraising
- Management Experience
- Biotechnology
- Clinical Development
- Clinical Trials
- Research & Development
- Training & Development
- Grant Writing
- Economic Development
- Leadership Experience
- Public Speaking
- Product Development
About Company
Our Luxendo light-sheet solutions have SPIM technology to gently image living organisms or to quickly obtain 3D images of cleared-tissue samples in the life sciences.
