July 15, 2024
Vice President for Research & Economic Development at University of South Alabama in Mobile, Alabama
The Vice President is an important part of the institution’s leadership team. At USA, senior leaders exhibit a broad range of skills and competencies, and the institution continues to enhance its support for executive growth and resiliency. A Vice President who builds relationships with stakeholders by relying on effective communication, collaboration, and building trust will be most successful at also ensuring accountability, managing conflict, and adapting to changing conditions. Vice Presidents are also expected to have a clear decision-making methodology that incorporates a global perspective. The executive leadership team is at its strongest when its members engage with campus opportunities and challenges openly and courageously to advance our mission.

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July 15, 2024
Executive Director at Birmingham Bio Innovation Corporation in Birmingham, Alabama
The newly formed Alabama nonprofit organization, Birmingham Bio Innovation Corporation, is searching for its founding Executive Director. This full-time role will lead the organization's efforts to promote economic development in the life sciences and establish Birmingham as a global destination for biotechnology. The Executive Director will build and lead a team focused on place-based growth in Birmingham’s Southside, building upon a unique constellation of biotech assets and institutions. The Executive Director will manage and engage a variety of public, private, and civic stakeholders to: (a) deliver a dynamic set of workforce development and training programs; (b) anchor and empower early-stage biotech companies; (c) foster an environment for investment in residential, retail, and commercial real estate; (d) establish an R&D corridor that facilitates innovation-led job growth; and (e) connects community and economic goals for residents.

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July 8, 2024
Chief Executive Officer at OKC Innovation District in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Are you ready to lead a dynamic hub of research and technology in one of America's fastest-growing cities? The Oklahoma City Innovation District is searching for a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to spearhead its mission of fostering innovation, economic growth, and community development. About Oklahoma City: Oklahoma City, the heart of Oklahoma, is a vibrant metropolis known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse economy, and thriving arts scene. As a rapidly evolving urban center, Oklahoma City offers a high quality of life with affordable living, top-tier educational institutions, and a welcoming community spirit. The city’s strategic location and robust infrastructure make it an ideal environment for innovation and entrepreneurship.

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July 2, 2024
President and Chief Executive Officer at Cherokee Farm Development Corporation in Knoxville, TN
The Cherokee Farm Development Corporation (CFDC) is seeking its next President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The ideal candidate will be a visionary who will lead, help shape, and in some cases reimagine CFDC’s role in supporting the place-based innovation strategy of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT) and the institution’s growth as a top tier Research 1 institution.  Competitive candidates will be leaders with proven track records of implementing place-based innovation projects that advance collaborative R&D and support workforce and economic development. Experience with university-anchored research parks or innovation districts is essential. The ideal candidate will have experience managing real property transactions and activating multidisciplinary, multi-sector collaborations.

To review the whole job description and details of how to apply, CLICK HERE. All interested parties should be instructed to email their application contents to [email protected]. Position will be open until filled.

July 1, 2024
FUEL Director of Community Engagement at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA
Future Use of Energy in Louisiana (FUEL), is an NSF-funded program, NSF Engine: Louisiana Energy Transition Engine, that is positioning the state as a global energy transition leader that supports the energy industry in lowering carbon emissions. FUEL brings together a growing team of universities, community and technical colleges, state agencies, and industry and capital partners led by LSU.
The Director of Community Engagement will be responsible for working closely with the FUEL Executive Director, industry members, universities, and community stakeholders to promote, develop, design, implement, and monitor all community engagement activities. This position will supervise and manage all community engagement projects including Use-Inspired R&D support programs, Workforce Development support programs, and Translation of Innovation to Practice/Technology Commercialization support programs.

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July 1, 2024
FUEL Director of Technology Commercialization at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA
Future Use of Energy in Louisiana (FUEL), is an NSF-funded program, NSF Engine: Louisiana Energy Transition Engine, that is positioning the state as a global energy transition leader through high-impact technology development and innovation that supports the energy industry in lowering carbon emissions. FUEL brings together a growing team of universities, community and technical colleges, state agencies, and industry and capital partners led by LSU.
The Director of Technology Commercialization will be responsible for working closely with the FUEL Executive Director, Industry Members, Universities, and community stakeholders to promote, develop, design, implement, and monitor all Translation of Innovation to Practice/Technology Commercialization activities. This position will supervise and manage all Technology Commercialization projects including a energy entrepreneur network across the Region, an Energy Transition Proof-of-Concept fund, an executives-in-residence (EIR) program in support of new FUEL supported ventures, a structure for incubation of early-stage FUEL supported ventures, an investor alliance, a FUEL-focused technology transfer office, a patent fund for FUEL supported inventions, and a FUEL pitch event for early stage ventures.

To review the whole job description and details of how to apply, CLICK HERE. Position will be open until filled.

July 1, 2024
FUEL Director of Workforce Development at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA
Future Use of Energy in Louisiana (FUEL), is an NSF-funded program, NSF Engine: Louisiana Energy Transition Engine, that is positioning the state as a global energy transition leader through high-impact technology development and innovation that supports the energy industry in lowering carbon emissions. FUEL brings together a growing team of universities, community and technical colleges, state agencies, and industry and capital partners led by LSU.
The Director of Workforce Development will be responsible for working closely with the FUEL Executive Director, Industry Members, Universities, and community stakeholders to promote, develop, design, implement, and monitor all Workforce Development activities under the project. This position will supervise and manage all industry directed Workforce Development projects including a STEM k-12 network of educators and partners across the FUEL Region, a nested mentor program for college, high school, and middle school students to encourage STEM education, a STEM train-the-trainer program to help grow the STEM k-12 workforce in the FUEL Region, and identify workforce needs and deploy funds to support the creation of new educational courses to address gaps based on industry workforce needs at the technical and professional education levels.

To review the whole job description and details of how to apply, CLICK HERE. Position will be open until filled.

July 1, 2024
FUEL Director of Use Inspired Research & Development at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA
Future Use of Energy in Louisiana (FUEL), is an NSF-funded program, NSF Engine: Louisiana Energy Transition Engine, that is positioning the state as a global energy transition leader through high-impact technology development and innovation that supports the energy industry in lowering carbon emissions. FUEL brings together a growing team of universities, community and technical colleges, state agencies, and industry and capital partners led by LSU.
The Director of Use-Inspired Research & Development will be responsible for working closely with the FUEL Executive Director, industry members, universities, and community stakeholders to promote, develop, design, implement, and monitor all use-inspired research & development activities under the project. This position will supervise and manage all industry-directed use-inspired R&D projects including the Use-Inspired R&D network, Use-Inspired R&D round table discussions, Use-Inspired R&D support programs for HBCUs/MSIs/CTCs, and Use-Inspired R&D projects ranging from $50k to $500k and beyond.

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July 1, 2024
Search for the Executive Director of the School of Computer and Data Sciences at University of Oregon in Eugene, Oregon
The Executive Director will join the UO community at a pivotal time. Since 2017, data science has been identified as one of UO’s Presidential Initiatives with a goal of national prominence. In recent years, the university completed an impressive fundraising campaign of over $3 billion that included a billion-dollar gift to launch the Knight Campus, a new transformational science campus, and a $425 million gift to establish the Ballmer Institute for Children’s Behavioral Health. Other key institutional priorities focus on the environment, innovation, diversity, and sports and wellness. Under the leadership of President John Karl Scholz, and with the support of CAS Dean Chris Poulsen, the Executive Director of SCDS will play an instrumental role in bringing together diverse faculty, students, and staff across campus to promote and advance a cohesive vision for computer and data sciences, identify opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations and partnerships, and further enhance the university’s commitment to positive social impact through accessible public education and engagement for social good. 

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June 25, 2024
Director, University & Industry Relations at University of Delaware in Newark, DE
The Director of University and Industry Relations will play a pivotal role in strengthening the University’s strategic external partnerships within the life sciences sector, fostering greater industry collaboration across technology development and joint research programs, support for entrepreneurs and ecosystem engagement. This work will accelerate advancement of the objectives of key University of Delaware research centers and institutes including the Institute for Engineering Driven Health, the Data Science Institute and the Delaware Biotechnology Institute. This position requires a dynamic and visionary leader with a proven track record in building and sustaining business relationships, securing funding, and enhancing industry engagement to drive innovation and translate research. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing an engagement strategy that aligns with the goals and priorities of these institutes, the Delaware BioScience Association and the university.

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June 17, 2024
IGNITE Incubation Program Laboratory Manager at Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL
The Office of the Vice President for Research at Florida State University is looking to fill the role of Laboratory Manger for the Ignite Program      
The Ignite Laboratory Manager provides direct client facing laboratory and research specialized program support for the IGNITE incubation program. The Ignite Laboratory Manager maintains and develops the laboratory facilities in the IGNITE incubation program and works with incubator companies to provide training and support related to their research efforts, product development and other aspects critical to small business development.  

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June 6, 2024
Executive Vice President & COO at Research Triangle Park in Triangle Park, NC
The Research Triangle Foundation of North Carolina (RTF or Foundation), the 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization responsible for managing Research Triangle Park (RTP or the Park), is seeking an experienced executive with real estate finance and operational experience to fill a key leadership position. The Executive Vice President and COO will report directly to the CEO, work closely with the Board of Directors, and collaborate with a well-established, talented team of organizational leaders to guide the ongoing transformation of RTP.

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May 30, 2024
Vice President for Research at Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites nominations and applications for the Vice President for Research (VPR) position. Reporting to the Provost and serving as a vital member of the University’s senior leadership team, the VPR will be a visionary leader, building on the successes of distinguished faculty and spearheading the evolution of biomedical research across MUSC’s six colleges. The VPR will partner with senior leadership and faculty, building upon MUSC’s 200-year history to realize an ambitious vision for the MUSC research enterprise. The VPR is responsible for enhancing and supporting strategic partnerships among MUSC institutions, state and federal government, laboratories and agencies, business and industry, nonprofit organizations, and other public and private institutions of higher education. Leveraging the current strengths and future goals, the VPR will accelerate the pathway from biomedical discovery to improve health care in South Carolina and beyond.

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May 23, 2024
Senior Associate Director for Licensing and Strategic Transactions at Stanford University in Stanford, CA
The Office of Technology Licensing is hiring a new position, Senior Associate Director for Licensing and Strategic Transactions.The Office of Technology Licensing (OTL) at Stanford was established in 1970 to manage the intellectual property assets of Stanford University. OTL evaluates, markets, and licenses technology owned by the University. OTL’s mission is to encourage effective technology transfer for the public benefit as well as generating royalty income for Stanford to benefit research and education. OTL is one of the country’s most active offices in the field of technology transfer from the university to industry. Their staff, most of whom are professionals engaged directly in licensing, manages over 4,000 active dockets.

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May 22, 2024
Executive Director of the UGA Innovation District at University of Georgia in Athens, GA
The Executive Director of the Innovation District will report jointly to the Office of the President and the Office of Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost. Depending on professional background and expertise, the successful candidate will hold either an administrative or academic faculty appointment. Please see UGA criteria for faculty promotion, tenure and evaluation at https://provost.uga.edu/faculty-affairs/promotion-tenure-evaluation/

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April 30, 2024
National Science Foundation Engines Program Director at Activation Capital in Richmond, VA
The Virginia Biotechnology Research Park Corporation (Activation Capital’s 501c3) is seeking an accomplished senior business leader to serve as the Program Director to lead the implementation and strategy for AC’s Type 1 National Science Foundation Engines Award. This individual has demonstrated scientific credentials and senior leadership experience in successfully managing major initiatives and public-private stakeholder groups.

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April 30, 2024
Director of Governance & Administration at Activation Capital in Richmond, VA
The Director of Governance and Administration is a vital role on our small-but-growing entrepreneurial and dynamic team. This key leadership role is responsible for overseeing the governance processes and administrative functions of the Virginia Biotechnology Research Partnership Authority and the Virginia Biotechnology Research Park Corporation (501c3 nonprofit). This position requires a dynamic individual with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for supporting the mission and values of the organization.

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