Develop and execute the external innovation and growth strategy in alignment with corporate objectives, in close collaboration with internal business stakeholders and in accordance with established governance processes * Drive strategic business development initiatives to translate external innovations, partnerships, and investment opportunities into business impact for the portfolio of ZEISS * University degree in Management, Business Administration, Medicine, Engineering, or a related STEM field; an MBA or equivalent advanced qualification is highly desirable, a PhD is considered a strong plus * Several years of professional experience in a strategic, investment, or business development role, ideally with exposure to startups, venture capital, M&A, corporate venturing, or innovation-driven environments * Strong strategic and analytical skills combined with a hands-on, execution-driven ...
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