Competitive Intelligence Consultant

The Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 111,100 - 145,250; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Competitive Intelligence Consultant to advance strategic goals by uncovering insights that align academic competencies with industry needs. This role involves in-depth data analysis, evaluating research strengths, and identifying opportunities for collaboration.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, six years of relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a salary range of $111,100 - $145,250 with a focus on supporting research and innovation partnerships.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience, preferably in an academic setting.
• Proven experience in data analysis and strategic research.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive analyses to inform industry partnerships.
• Identify companies for strategic collaborations.
• Track internal performance metrics and report insights.

Skills

Data analysis

Competitive intelligence

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Bibliometric tools

Patent databases

Market intelligence platforms

Job description

Job Title

Competitive Intelligence Consultant

Department

Arts and Sciences | Office of Industry Partnerships and Research Collaborations

Overview

The Competitive Intelligence Consultant plays a pivotal role in advancing the strategic goals of the college by uncovering and interpreting data-driven insights that align academic competencies with industry needs. This position requires a deep understanding of university data, bibliometric and patent information, and external market intelligence to identify opportunities for collaboration, commercialization, and strategic engagement.

The Competitive Intelligence Consultant is responsible for conducting comprehensive landscape and situational analyses to inform strategies for engaging with industry partners, investors, and potential licensees. By evaluating the college’s research strengths and comparing them with market trends and industry demands, the Consultant helps craft compelling value propositions that support research, business development and innovation partnerships.

A key aspect of the role involves identifying and profiling companies that present potential for strategic partnerships, including research collaborations and intellectual property licensing. The Consultant synthesizes information from a wide range of sources—such as annual reports, investor presentations, analyst briefings, product development pipelines, recruitment activities, patent filings, scholarly publications, and alumni employment data—to maintain a current and nuanced understanding of each target organization. This intelligence enables the college to proactively respond to changes that may impact existing or prospective relationships.

Additionally, the Competitive Intelligence Consultant tracks and reports on internal performance metrics, including commercialization outcomes, research expenditures, faculty outreach efforts, and other indicators of success. These insights are used to demonstrate the effectiveness of the office’s initiatives and support continuous improvement in strategic engagement efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Six years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in data analysis, competitive intelligence, or strategic research, preferably in an academic or research-intensive environment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Familiarity with bibliometric tools, patent databases, and market intelligence platforms.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Ten years or more of relevant experience, preferably in an academic setting.

Location and Schedule

Location: Mendenhall Laboratory (0054); Position type: Regular; Scheduled hours: 40; Shift: First Shift.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Pay

The pay range for this job profile is $111,100 - $145,250. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.