Director of Innovation Center, China

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🕒 May 8

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Agilent Technologies

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10,000+ employees

Founded 1999

🔬 Science

🧬 Biotechnology

💊 Pharmaceuticals

💰 $500M Post-IPO Debt on 2019-09

Science • Biotechnology • Pharmaceuticals

Agilent Technologies is a global leader in the field of analytical and laboratory instruments. The company offers a diverse range of products and solutions, including gas and liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, lab supplies, and software and informatics. Agilent serves various industries, such as biopharma, food and beverage testing, clinical diagnostics, and environmental testing. Additionally, Agilent provides comprehensive services for lab management, maintenance, and instrument repair. They focus heavily on advancing science through sustainable solutions and supporting genomics, pathology, and cancer research with advanced technologies.

📋 Description

• Define and execute a unified China innovation strategy • Integrate workflows, software, automation, and frontier technology scouting to rapidly develop, pilot, and scale solutions • Represent China innovation initiatives as the single voice to global teams • Lead and scale a multidisciplinary team (~16 members) • Foster a high-performance, agile culture focused on rapid experimentation and delivery • Build capabilities across AI, automation, and software to support innovation goals • Drive a high-speed learning loop through deep customer engagement to rapidly identify needs and co-develop solutions • Enable fast prototyping, iteration, and deployment of localized workflow and digital solutions • Partner with commercial and business divisions to accelerate adoption and commercialization • Collaborate with internal CTO/Frontier teams to scout and evaluate emerging technologies • Create strong feedback loops between China market insights and global product development • Lead monthly reporting, track KPIs, and drive global alignment meetings • Ensure systematic capture and integration of local learnings into corporate strategy • Establish governance processes to monitor performance and innovation outcomes

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred • 8–12+ years of experience in innovation, R&D, or technology leadership roles • Familiarity with China-specific regulations, including AI governance, data privacy/export controls, and intellectual property • Deep understanding of the local China market, customer landscape, and innovation ecosystem • Proven ability to lead and align multidisciplinary teams across innovation, R&D, and technology functions • Strong track record of driving continuous innovation while maintaining high standards of execution • Strong familiarity with workflow solutions, software development, automation, and AI technologies in Analytical Instrumentation space • Experience operating within a “try-and-learn” environment with rapid iteration, testing and deployment cycles • Comfortable navigating ambiguity, risk, and fast-paced environments • Skilled at bridging local commercial needs with global R&D, products, and CTO functions

🏖️ Benefits

• Health insurance • 401(k) matching • Flexible working hours • Paid time off • Remote work options