Roles & Responsibilities
– Work with Open R&D Strategy and deliver deep technology due diligence on local disruptive academic research in Israel in the areas of interest: such as Machine / Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Data Intelligence, and novel electrical/optical devices & algorithms.
• Identify and evaluate sources (start-ups, universities, etc.) of unique technologies in development Assist with the structuring and the execution of strategic R&D collaborations between the company R&D teams and external parties
• Regularly meet with universities and startups, report to Open R&D Strategy and follow up on action items.
• Facilitate and support communication
• Write comprehensive in-depth technology theme report, technology trends insights reports on a weekly, and monthly basis and share it with top management.
Basic Qualifications
– MSc in Engineering/Sciences or MBA related degree – Must. (Ph.D. – an advantage)
– Deep theoretical and/or hands-on expertise in the areas of interest both from the electronic components & S/W algorithms.
– Proven experience (3+ years) in deep technology due diligence processes and establishments of strategic collaboration partnerships with academy and industry – Must
– Proven experience (3+ years) and strong professional skills in generating in-depth technology theme reports (methodology, professional presentation)
– Established network within the university community (as well as startup) to identify these sources of technologies
– Self-starter & Team player
– Strong communication/ presentation skills in both written and speaking English.