Assistant Director, Research & Business Development
Core
Plans and develops research programs, solicits funding, and builds strategic partnerships to advance the CXFEL initiative and X-Beams Labs.
Role type
Senior research administration manager (business development & partnerships)
Builds
Research proposals, strategic partnerships, and interdisciplinary research initiatives for the CXFEL initiative and X-Beams Labs
Domain
Academic research administration, advanced scientific research (Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering)
Required skills
Research program development, federal funding acquisition, strategic partnership development, interdisciplinary team coordination, proposal writing, technology translation
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in STEM or Business Administration, experience in research development or technology transfer, track record with federal sponsors (DOE, NSF, DOD), industry relations in microelectronics or biotech
Technologies
Computer workstation/laptop, printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone
Responsibilities
Identify and pursue federal funding opportunities, lead development of complex research proposals, develop multi-year research strategies, maintain strategic partnerships with industry and government, identify commercialization opportunities, coordinate cross-functional research teams, establish monitoring processes for research activities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with managerial experience