Senior Level Director Of Innovation Jobs
Senior level director of innovation jobs place experienced leaders in charge of setting organizational innovation strategy, owning transformation outcomes, and directing the cross-functional teams that bring new initiatives to life. Roles are concentrated in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Food & Beverage, with a strong mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote opportunities, and employers like Saragossa, University of Alabama, and Wayne State University hiring at this level now.
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Research Development Officer, Division of Research & Innovation
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Development Officer, Division of Research & Innovation at its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Position Purpose:
- Providing grantsmanship guidance.
- Establishing a timeline for items required for proposal submission.
- Drafting templates for proposal and supporting documents.
- Coordinating and collecting required materials from external partners and stakeholders.
- Organizing and running red team reviews.
- Facilitating connections to external partners and partnership management.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. or other advanced degree preferred.
School/College/Division:
The Division of Research & Innovation
Primary Department:
H0905 - VP Research
Employment type:
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Full Time
- Job category: Staff/Administrative
Funding/Salary Information:
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
- Annual Salary: To be determined
Working Conditions:
Work is primarily performed in an office environment.
Job Openings:
- Number of openings: 1
- Reposted position: No
Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Research Development Officer, Division of Research & Innovation
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Development Officer, Division of Research & Innovation at its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Position Purpose:
- Providing grantsmanship guidance.
- Establishing a timeline for items required for proposal submission.
- Drafting templates for proposal and supporting documents.
- Coordinating and collecting required materials from external partners and stakeholders.
- Organizing and running red team reviews.
- Facilitating connections to external partners and partnership management.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. or other advanced degree preferred.
School/College/Division:
The Division of Research & Innovation
Primary Department:
H0905 - VP Research
Employment type:
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Full Time
- Job category: Staff/Administrative
Funding/Salary Information:
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
- Annual Salary: To be determined
Working Conditions:
Work is primarily performed in an office environment.
Job Openings:
- Number of openings: 1
- Reposted position: No
Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
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Senior Level Director Of Innovation Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level director of innovation job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned an innovation portfolio end-to-end, not just contributed to one. Demonstrating that you have set direction, secured executive buy-in, and delivered measurable outcomes from new programs sets strong candidates apart. A record of building or scaling an innovation function, combined with the ability to mentor teams and align initiatives to business strategy, gives you a clear edge.
Which companies hire senior level director of innovations?
Companies hiring senior level director of innovations right now include Saragossa, University of Alabama, and Wayne State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large enterprises, consulting firms, and organizations actively investing in transformation, as these employers need leaders who can own an innovation mandate with minimal oversight.
Are there remote senior level director of innovation jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 0% of senior level director of innovation openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for experienced leaders who can drive alignment across distributed teams. Fully remote roles at this level are more common in technology and consulting, while manufacturing and healthcare roles tend to require more on-site presence.
What makes a director of innovation role senior level?
Senior level director of innovation roles are defined by scope, ownership, and leadership depth. At this stage, you are expected to set the innovation agenda for a business unit or the full organization, manage budgets and stakeholder relationships at the executive level, and mentor or develop innovation practitioners below you. The distinction from mid-level is less about title and more about the autonomy to define what gets built and why.
Which industries hire the most senior level director of innovations?
Senior Level director of innovation roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Food & Beverage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring because they face ongoing pressure to differentiate through new products, processes, or business models, and need senior leaders who can translate that pressure into structured, executable innovation programs.