Chief Innovation & Growth Officer

UNKNOWN; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Chief Innovation Officer to lead continuous improvement, strategic growth, and new revenue streams while overseeing IT and infrastructure to harness technology for enhanced educational outcomes.

The role requires a master’s degree and strong leadership, with a focus on building partnerships with academia, industry, and the community to advance the university’s mission.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• No specific work experience required for this position.
• Budget management and partnerships experience emphasized.
• Ability to lead innovation and technology strategy.
• Strong leadership and strategic direction skills.
• Driver's license not required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and pursues new revenue opportunities, including grants, partnerships, and fundraising initiatives.
• Develop and manage initiatives that leverage the school’s assets to generate alternative revenue streams.
• Work closely with the development team to build relationships with external stakeholders.
• Develops and implements a forward-thinking innovation strategy aligned with the school's mission and goals and collaborate with the executive team to integrate technological advancements into the school's curriculum and operations.
• Manages the data analysis structure and reporting.
• Oversee the IT department to ensure robust, secure, and scalable technology solutions.
• Manage infrastructure projects, including the development and maintenance of facilities geared towards innovative learning environments.
• Ensure the effective use of technology to support teaching, learning, and administrative processes.
• Leads the design and implementation of innovative programs and practices that enhance student learning and engagement.
• Foster a culture of creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement among staff and students.
• Evaluate emerging educational technologies and trends to assess their applicability and potential impact.
• Establishes and nurtures strategic partnerships with educational institutions, technology providers, and the business community and represent the school at industry conferences and events to promote the institution’s innovation initiatives and successes.
• Develop and manage budgets for innovation projects, IT, and infrastructure and ensure efficient use of resources and adherence to financial objectives.

Skills

Budget Management

Collaborative Partnerships

Innovation Management

Leadership Management

Revenue Generation

Strategic Direction

Strategic Innovation

Technology Management

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Chief Innovation Officer to lead continuous improvement, strategic growth, and new revenue streams while overseeing IT and infrastructure to harness technology for enhanced educational outcomes.

The role requires a master’s degree and strong leadership, with a focus on building partnerships with academia, industry, and the community to advance the university’s mission.