Innovation Partnerships Program Director

Innovation Partnerships Program DirectorUniversity Staff CU Innovations at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a highly motivated and versatile Innovation Partnerships Program Director who will strategically lead multiple large-scale projects focused on advancing healthcare discoveries through a variety of industry and inter-institutional partnerships, including data partnerships, biobanking, and technological co-development opportunities.This jack-of-all-trades role serves as a strategic project manager, subject matter expert, and central connector, who partners closely with faculty, industry collaborators, internal leadership, and external stakeholders to guide the execution of key programs and initiatives. The Innovation Partnerships Program Director will play a pivotal role in developing, planning and executing large-scale projects and partnerships that advance CU's capabilities in data partnerships, and translational research collaborations. This role will be responsible for providing key programmatic and operational support to accelerate and ensure the sustainability of translational research and commercialization opportunities.The Innovation Partnerships Program Director will partner closely with faculty, licensing managers, industry collaborators, and CU Innovations leadership to manage existing projects, initiatives, and partnerships. This includes creating relevant business materials, coordinating external engagements, and managing day-to-day operational activities. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and the ability to translate complex concepts into compelling business opportunities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a complex, matrixed academic medical center environment, and will be equally comfortable executing tactical deliverables and contributing to strategic decisions. This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.CU Innovations is an integral part of The University of Colorado's Anschutz Medical Campus, a top-tier academic medical institution, collaborating with pioneering researchers, clinicians, staff, and external partners at the University of Colorado, staff at UCHealth and Children's Hospital Colorado. Together, we power innovation by imagining, discovering and commercializing advanced healthcare solutions, including treatments, medical devices, and cutting-edge technologies. Our mission at CU Innovations is driven by the unique collaborative environment we operate in, and our guiding principle is to transform breakthrough discoveries and treatments into realities within an efficient ecosystem that accelerates their availability to patients.The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addressQuestions should be directed to: Lindley Pagels, lindley.pagels@cuanschutz.edu Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.The starting salary range for this position has been established as. The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.