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Director, Strategic Partnerships

2 months ago


Chicago, United States University of Illinois Full time

Hiring Department: Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR)

Location: Chicago, IL

Requisition ID: 1026035

Posting Close Date: September 6, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.

Description

Strategic Partnership Initiatives

  • Collaborate with faculty and researchers to assess partnership opportunities aligned with the university's research priorities.
  • Negotiate and execute partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with university policies and objectives.
  • Build internal relationships and collaborate closely with colleges and units across the university to leverage resources and maximize research impact.

External Relationship Management

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for external partners, fostering strong relationships and facilitating collaboration opportunities.
  • Represent the university at conferences, meetings and networking events to promote research capabilities and explore potential partnerships.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, funding opportunities and regulatory developments relevant to strategic partnerships.

Event Planning and Execution

  • Develop and oversee a comprehensive events strategy to highlight research achievements, facilitate knowledge exchange and engage stakeholders.
  • Lead the planning and execution of major research-related events, such as symposiums, conferences, workshops and seminars.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless event logistics, including venue selection, agenda development, speaker coordination and marketing efforts.
  • Supervise a team of professionals responsible for partnership development, fundraising, event planning and administrative support.

VCR Support

  • Drive strategic planning efforts across OVCR and lead the development, implementation and communication of OVCR priorities.
  • Responsible for to-be-determined administrative functions such as facilitating staff and faculty appointments, drafting Letters of Support (LOS) and other administrative needs on behalf of the VCR.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • PhD in a relevant field.
  • Minimum of three years of experience in strategic partnership development, preferably within a research university or academic setting.
  • Proven track record of successfully planning, establishing and managing strategic partnerships, with experience in negotiation, relationship management and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives simultaneously and deliver high-quality results.
  • Excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, administrators and industry leaders.
  • Strategic thinker with a customer-focused mindset, creative problem-solving abilities, and a demonstrated commitment to advancing research excellence and innovation.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.

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