Design and lead projects that explore and scale concepts related to assigned domain area(s) with a clear business impact. Projects may involve technology evaluation, business model innovation, prototyping, and proof-of-concept creation
Monitor assigned domain area(s) and build an understanding of their potential, maturity, and impact to our business
Build on existing experience to quickly understand new technology, business models, markets, consumer trends, etc. needed to maintain domain expertise
Proficient in concept testing and validation, user research, or other related experimentation methodologies
Evaluate and compare products using custom scorecards that highlight capabilities and fit for specific business problems
Identify and define problems and opportunity areas, develop hypotheses, and select appropriate testing methods to validate assumptions
Develop and pitch new project ideas and opportunities
Present project findings to all levels of the enterprise
Maintain cross-functional relationships with internal and external partners that deepen current and future knowledge between the company and emerging markets
Job Specifications:
Typically has the following skills or abilities:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; or equivalent experience. Master’s degree preferred
Minimum 6 years of experience in relevant topics including: Innovation, Emerging Technology, Research & Development, Product Design, or another relevant domain
Industry experience in healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and technology is preferred
Deep expertise in a relevant subject matter domain and broad understanding of adjacent spaces, including healthcare, business models, and technology
Experience in moving projects forward despite uncertainty and knowing when a pivot is required
Has a “Swiss army knife” approach to problems. Creative problem solving
Experience working in creative cultures in either consulting or large corporate environments
Excellent presentation and communication skills, including writing research briefs and presentations (PowerPoint)
Can discuss technical concepts with non-technical people, including the relevance to their work or business
Enjoys developing and sharing project pitches
Skilled at providing and receiving thoughtful and constructive feedback
For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFM)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFM), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment
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Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here.
Salary Ranges: $84,000.00 - $141,750.00VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
- Master's degree
- Minimum 6 years experience in Innovation, Emerging Technology, R&D, Product Design, or related domain
- Deep subject-matter expertise in a relevant domain with broad adjacent knowledge (healthcare, business models, technology)
- Proficiency in concept testing, validation, user research, or experimentation methodologies
- Experience evaluating technologies and products, using scorecards or similar evaluation frameworks
- Experience working in creative cultures, such as consulting or large corporate environments
- Excellent presentation and written communication skills, including creating research briefs and PowerPoint presentations
- Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Ability to develop and pitch new project ideas and maintain cross-functional external/internal relationships
- Comfort and engagement in virtual environments (camera presence) for remote or hybrid roles
What We Do
VSP Vision Care is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1955, providing vision benefits, eye care insurance, eyewear, and lenses, and reinvesting in communities.
