Cals Director, Innovation And Engagement (hybrid)

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY, US
Base: $100,899.00 - $123,321.00; bonus/equity: not...
Hybrid
Build high-value industry partnerships
Support technology transfer and licensing
Manage complex matrixed university environment
This role serves as a key connector between faculty, students, industry, investors, and partners to advance opportunities that bring CALS innovation to market

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a key connector between faculty, students, industry, investors, and partners to advance opportunities that bring CALS innovation to market.
  • The position requires translating faculty research and emerging technologies into real-world impact by supporting technology transfer, licensing opportunities, and startup development.
  • Cornell offers comprehensive benefits including health care, generous retirement contributions, wellness programs, and extensive educational benefits such as tuition-free study.

Matching Summary

This role serves as a key connector between faculty, students, industry, investors, and partners to advance opportunities that bring CALS innovation to market.

Salary

Base: $100,899.00 - $123,321.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health care, retirement contributions, wellness programs, educational benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Build high-value industry partnerships
  • Support technology transfer and licensing
  • Manage complex matrixed university environment
  • Lead innovation initiatives and strategic projects
  • Develop high-end presentations for C-suite

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with AI technology applications
  • Knowledge of synthetic biology and One Health
  • Background in food systems and sustainability
  • Creativity, energy, and positive enthusiasm
  • Ability to advocate for diverse backgrounds

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 5 to 7 years relevant work experience
  • Experience organizing multi-stakeholder workshops with C-suite executives
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and AI tools
  • One-year term appointment subject to extension

Work Rights

Not specified

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