Innovation Specialist

Contribute to technology evaluation, business model innovation, prototyping, and proof-of-concept activitiesMonitor assigned domain area(s) and build an understanding of their potential, maturity, and impact to our businessBuild on existing experience to quickly understand new technology, business models, markets, consumer trends, etc needed to develop awareness of adjacent areasApply concept testing and validation, user research, or other related experimentation methodologies under the guidance of senior team membersSupport product or business model evaluation using established scorecards and criteriaSupport the identification and definition of problems and opportunity areas, development of hypotheses, and contribute to testing and validation of assumptionsDevelop and pitch new project ideas and opportunitiesContribute to presentation of project findings to all levels of the enterpriseCollaborate with internal and external partners that deepen current and future knowledge between the company and emerging marketsJob SpecificationsTypically has the following skills or abilities:Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; or equivalent experienceMinimum 4 years of experience in relevant topics including: Innovation, Emerging Technology, Research & Development, Product Design, or relatedIndustry experience in healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and technology is preferred but not requiredExpertise in a relevant subject matter domain and developing understanding of adjacent areas in healthcare, business models, and technologyExperience contributing to projects and adapting to changing requirementsDemonstrates creative problem solving and adaptabilityExperience working in creative cultures in either consulting or large corporate environments is preferredStrong presentation and communication skills with the ability to contribute to research briefs and presentations (PowerPoint)Able to explain technical concepts to non-technical people, including the relevance to their work or businessInterested in developing and sharing project pitchesSkilled at providing and receiving thoughtful and constructive feedbackFor roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFH), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment

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.

VSP 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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