Ventana Medical Systems · 5 hours ago
Remote Innovation Manager (Detroit)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$175K/yr - $185K/yr
5+ years expVentana Medical Systems is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Innovation Manager to drive strategic innovation initiatives across the organization. This role is responsible for identifying emerging trends, developing new ideas, and translating innovation into measurable business impact while collaborating with various internal and external partners.
Health CareHealth DiagnosticsInformation TechnologyMedical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the innovation strategy and roadmap aligned with organizational goals
Identify emerging technologies, industry trends, and competitive opportunities
Design, develop, and manage innovation programs, pilots, and proof-of-concept initiatives
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to implement innovative solutions
Develop business cases, feasibility studies, and ROI analyses for new initiatives
Manage innovation pipelines from ideation through execution and scaling
Facilitate brainstorming sessions, workshops, and design-thinking activities
Track performance metrics and ensure initiatives deliver measurable value
Present progress, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership
Foster a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement
Build partnerships with vendors, startups, and external innovation networks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Technology, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in innovation management, strategy, product development, or transformation roles
Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and complex initiatives
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
Experience managing projects in hybrid or flexible work environments
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred
Experience with innovation frameworks, agile methodologies, or design thinking
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate ideas into actionable plans
Leadership mindset with the ability to influence without authority
High adaptability and comfort working in fast-paced environments
Data-driven approach to decision-making
Benefits
Annual performance bonus typically ranging from 10–20% of base salary
401(k) retirement plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Company
Ventana Medical Systems
Ventana Medical Systems, Inc., is a world leader and innovator of tissue-based diagnostic solutions for patients worldwide.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2008-01-22Acquired
Leadership Team
Lidija Pestic-Dragovich
Ventana TDx Liaison in Oncology
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