R&D Operations Leader Bilingual Korean & English

Lab Summary:

Samsung Research America plays a pivotal role in developing the next generation technology in software, user experience, and services for future products that can enrich the consumer’s life.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to serve as the leader for the R&D Operations team. This role requires strong verbal and written language skills; both in Korean and English, as the role requires regular reporting to executive level and management team. The ideal candidate will use their strategic planning and communication skills to facilitate operational process, executive reporting, and coordination across multiple business units in Korea, US and Canada.

Position Responsibilities:

• Oversee the cross-functional activities (Project Management, HR, Finance, Facility, Administration, PR and market sensing) 


• Administer Samsung specific projects and programs to manage research and development project milestone tracking, research calendar monitoring, budget and headcount management


• Manage small to mid-size company event and visitor coordination with excellent planning, managing and execution skill in event planning, logistics, status update, streamline communication to partners and key stakeholders


• Assist in establishing operational process and procedure to provide excellent and strong operational support to research labs


• Support management and research labs in strategic, operational planning (KPIs) and execution in company intended direction

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in technology or management or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience


• 14+ years of experience in strategic planning, R&D operations for major tech companies and/or business consulting


• Strong understanding of a broad range of technologies relevant to product range from smartphones, digital appliances, TVs and smart home devices among others


• Excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills with the ability to build relation


• Polished verbal and written communication skill (English and Korean)


• Proven experience working in a cross-cultural, multi-national corporation


• Experienced in Microsoft Office Programs and preferably experienced in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator programs

Additional Information

Disclosure of Trade Secrets

Samsung has a strict policy on trade secrets. In applying to Samsung and progressing through the recruitment process, you must not disclose any trade secrets of a current or previous employer.

Essential Job Functions

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, and frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

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