About the role

  • Analyst supporting innovation strategy and market intelligence for Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition. Conducting research and analysis to drive growth opportunities in food and health sectors.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct ongoing monitoring and analysis of market trends, technology developments, scientific advancements, and innovation ecosystems, with a focus on life sciences, agricultural technology (Ag Tech), and advanced materials.
  • Identify and synthesize insights from diverse sources, including scientific literature, market research, company activity, intellectual property trends, publications, databases, and expert input.
  • Translate early signals and incomplete data into forward-looking, decision-relevant market and technology intelligence.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of a systematic, repeatable market intelligence capability, including datasets, analytical frameworks, and standardized reporting formats.
  • Produce high-quality intelligence outputs such as insight briefs, landscape analyses, trend reports, and strategic perspectives to support leadership decision-making.
  • Translate market and technology intelligence into strategic hypotheses, opportunity maps, and innovation insights.
  • Support scenario analysis and early business case development for emerging growth opportunities.
  • Assist in refining and updating innovation strategy frameworks as new information emerges.
  • Provide analytical input that informs Ajinomoto’s long-term innovation strategy and growth planning.
  • Support the Innovation Strategy Department in establishing a standardized approach to innovation strategy development by contributing analysis, templates, tools, and methodologies.
  • Prepare materials for strategy workshops, working sessions, and cross-functional discussions, including pre-reads, analytical summaries, and discussion frameworks.
  • Capture, synthesize, and translate workshop outputs into actionable insights and follow-on analysis.
  • Collaborate closely with the Corporate Venture Capital team to translate market and technology intelligence into investment-relevant perspectives.
  • Engage with Research and Development and business teams to support early-stage exploration of innovation opportunities.
  • Conduct preliminary assessments of external companies, technologies, partnerships, and ecosystems to inform prioritization and next-step discussions.
  • Support engagement with the United States innovation ecosystem by preparing background materials and insights for external meetings, events, and collaborations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required in a scientific, engineering, or technical discipline, such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, materials science, or a related field.
  • Master’s degree or Doctorate preferred, particularly where it supports strong scientific literacy and comfort engaging with complex technical topics.
  • Two or more years of experience in: A top-tier strategic consulting firm or Corporate strategy, innovation strategy, market intelligence, or analytical roles within a technology-driven or science-based organization.
  • Demonstrated experience conducting structured primary and secondary research and competitive or landscape analysis.
  • Proven ability to translate complex scientific or technical information into clear, actionable insights for business or senior leadership audiences.
  • Experience working in early-stage, emerging, or ambiguous strategic environments strongly preferred.
  • Experience working cross-functionally and in global or cross-cultural environments is a plus.

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
  • 401(k) with Company Contributions
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
  • Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
  • Work Flexibility
  • Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
  • Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
  • Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

Job title

Innovation Strategy, Market Intelligence Analyst

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

$90,000 - $94,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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