Assistant Director, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Core
Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for technology commercialization, intellectual property management, entrepreneurship support, and research translation across the Washington State University system.
Role type
Senior administrative professional (Assistant Director)
Builds
Technology commercialization programs, startup ecosystems, and industry partnerships
Domain
Higher education research administration and technology transfer
Required skills
Strategic planning, intellectual property management, technology commercialization, industry partnership development, budget management, personnel supervision, policy interpretation
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in business/engineering/science, technology transfer experience, patent prosecution knowledge, startup formation, venture development, translational research funding, multi-campus organization management
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access)
Responsibilities
Plan and direct technology management and licensing activities; supervise technology commercialization personnel; manage innovation ecosystem partnerships; oversee budget and strategic planning initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with managerial responsibilities