Renesas Electronics
Tech / AI / Software
GlobalTechnologyLiaison–SemiconductorR&DandAcademicCollaboration
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“Global Technology Liaison – Semiconductor R&D and Academic Collaboration at Renesas Electronics. Skills: semiconductor technologies, technology liaison, R&D, technology strategy, academic collaboration. Lead technology liaison activities with leading global research institutes and universities across Europian countries. Identify emerging semiconductor technologies and research trends with a mid- to long-term perspective”
What You'll Achieve.
identifying, shaping, and nurturing mid‑ to long‑term semiconductor technology opportunities aligned with Renesas’ strategic direction; Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe and secure.
Industry & Context.
Willingness to work within a Japanese corporate culture that values collaboration, alignment, and long-term relationships, Experience working in or with Europe and/or North America
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Solid technical background in semiconductor technologies (e. g. , devices, process, circuits, materials, packaging, or systems), Professional experience in R&D, technology planning, technology strategy, or technical partnership roles, Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with engineers and researchers at a technical level, Business-level English proficiency for meetings, discussions, and written communication, coordination skills and the ability to work across organizational and cultural boundaries, Willingness to work within a Japanese corporate culture that values collaboration, alignment, and long-term relationships, Experience in mid- to long-term technology development or advanced research programs, Hands-on experience working with research institutes, universities, or public research organizations, Experience overseeing or coordinating end-to-end development from design through manufacturing for digital or analog semiconductor products, Experience working in or with Europe and/or North America, Experience contributing to technology roadmaps or long-term R&D strategy, PhD or equivalent research experience in a relevant technical field
Nice to Have
Familiarity with joint research frameworks, consortium-based research, or government-funded programs
What You'll Do.
Lead technology liaison activities with leading global research institutes and universities across Europian countries
Identify emerging semiconductor technologies and research trends with a mid- to long-term perspective
and support joint research programs and technical collaborations
Act as a technical interface between external partners and internal stakeholders (R&D
Provide clear technical insights and recommendations to internal teams and management
Support the definition of research themes aligned with Renesas’ long-term technology roadmap
Represent Renesas at international conferences
Build and maintain a trusted global technology network over time
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working closely with CTO office; Act as a technical interface between external partners and internal stakeholders (R&D, business units, IP, legal, and strategy teams); Provide clear technical insights and recommendations to internal teams and management; collaboration; alignment; long-term relationships
Communication Scope
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with engineers and researchers at a technical level; Business-level English proficiency for meetings, discussions, and written communication
Process & Methodology
Initiate, structure, and support joint research programs and technical collaborations, coordination skills
Full Job Description
This role is responsible for leading global technology liaison activities with research institutes and academia, with a focus on identifying, shaping, and nurturing mid‑ to long‑term semiconductor technology opportunities aligned with Renesas’ strategic direction. The position requires both strong technical credibility and the ability to build trust‑based, long‑term relationships, which are highly valued in Japanese organizations. Key Responsibilities - Working closely with CTO office - Lead technology liaison activities with leading global research institutes and universities across Europian countries. - Identify emerging semiconductor technologies and research trends with a mid‑ to long‑term perspective - Initiate, structure, and support joint research programs and technical collaborations Act as a technical interface between external partners and internal stakeholders (R&D, business units, IP, legal, and strategy teams) - Provide clear technical insights and recommendations to internal teams and management - Support the definition of research themes aligned with Renesas’ long‑term technology roadmap - Represent Renesas at international conferences, workshops, and technical forums - Build and maintain a trusted global technology network over time ## Qualifications - Solid technical background in semiconductor technologies (e.g., devices, process, circuits, materials, packaging, or systems) - Professional experience in R&D, technology planning, technology strategy, or technical partnership roles - Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with engineers and researchers at a technical level - Business‑level English proficiency for meetings, discussions, and written communication - Strong coordination skills and the ability to work across organizational and cultural boundaries - Willingness to work within a Japanese corporate culture that values collaboration, alignment, and long‑term relationships - Experience in mid‑ to long‑term technology development or
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