Science and Technology Innovation Director, Danaher China at Danaher Corporation

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Diagnostics, Life Sciences, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in Life Science, Biomedical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence or a related field
  • Extensive experience in the Life Sciences/Pharmaceutical/Diagnostics industries; Expertise with related applications and technologies, patents and other intellectual property
  • Experience having successfully led meaningful R&D and/or Innovation functions
  • Established research track record as evidenced by publications and/or professional accomplishments
  • Experience in project management, partnership management and cross-functional collaboration
  • Ability to combine and apply scientific/technical and business knowledge, apply lateral thinking skills, and demonstrate strong business acumen with an ability to make balanced decisions
  • Excellent cross-culture interpersonal, organization, communication and influencing skills, in both Chinese and English
  • Experience influencing various stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Danaher’s three core platforms, associated technologies, and developmental pathways, as well as potential areas for technological integration
  • Build leadership in critical disease areas such as Oncology, Neurology, and Immunology, identify innovation opportunities in diverse clinical pathways
  • Pinpoint innovation technologies which can streamline drug discovery, biologics production, cell and gene therapy development
  • Identify and evaluate potential partners, including pharmaceutical companies, biotechs, academic institutions, hospital leaders and government entities, to introduce cutting-edge innovations to Danaher
  • Coordinate global and China cross-functional teams, with a focus on leading and implementing BEACON, Nexus, Pioneer, and open innovation initiatives to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality
  • Drive collaboration with leading KOLs, publish in high-impact journals and formulate clinical guidelines
  • Lead the activities of Danaher China Innovation Community, facilitating engagement with R&D and business leaders, and providing S&T and innovation training and education
  • Cultivate new technical and business talents within the market

Skills

Innovation Strategy
Technology Integration
Cross-Functional Leadership
Strategic Alliances
Oncology
Diagnostics
Life Sciences
Biotechnology
Project Management
Scientific Research

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
1969Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.
Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.
Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.
The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.
Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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