Position: Program Manager - Research and Innovation

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways.

We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Program Manager - Research and Innovation Ecosystems, to lead our academic engagement efforts with a focus on advancing research and innovation. This role is pivotal in cultivating partnerships with top-tier universities and research institutions to support our R&D agenda, co-develop technologies, and build a robust pipeline of technical talent. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of academic ecosystems, research collaboration models, and the ability to align external partnerships with internal R&D priorities.

In this role you will work a hybrid work model out of our Princeton, NJ location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Academic Partnership Strategy:
• Support the development of a global university engagement strategy aligned with Siemens’s "ONE Tech Company" vision and its R&D goals, focusing on joint research, technology scouting, and innovation acceleration.
• Adapt the global strategy to the resources and practices available in the US.
• Collaborative Research:
• Serve as a liaison between academic partners and internal R&D stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment and effective collaboration, with emphasis on institutions that are members of the Siemens Research and Innovation Ecosystems (RIEs).
• Work with Research Groups and the Government Research Program to help create teaming opportunities that increase the quality of proposals submitted to government agencies.
• Research & Innovation Ecosystem Development:
• Build relationships with university leaders, department heads, and faculty members to identify emerging technologies.
• Serve as a liaison between the RIE Program and other regional Siemens programs that also interact with universities (Talent Acquisition, Academic Enablement, Sales,…)
• Execution:
• Work closely with the legal and financial teams to ensure collaborations are set up in time and according to internal practices and guidelines related to external collaboration.
• Track engagement outcomes, research impact, and talent conversion metrics; provide regular updates to leadership.
• Visibility
• Organize academic workshops, research symposia, and innovation challenges to foster knowledge exchange and visibility.
• Work with communication teams and use available communication channels to promote Siemens image and its Research and Innovation Ecosystems.
• Represent Siemens in external bodies that convene industry, universities, and government to address topics of common interest (e.g., UIDP)

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD in a STEM field, Business, similar from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of experience in university relations, research partnerships, or R&D program management.
• Deep understanding of academic research environments and collaboration models.
• Project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience working in or with corporate Research and Development organizations.
• Ability to travel to partner institutions and events as needed >20%
• Proficient in English both written and verbal
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with IP management, research contracts, and academic funding mechanisms.
• Experience in technology scouting or innovation management.
• Knowledge of global academic ecosystems and emerging research trends.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resourceefficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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