Director of Industry Partnerships & Growth

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University (LSU) seeks a Director of Industry Engagement to lead a portfolio of strategic partnerships with industry and the LSU ecosystem. The role focuses on talent development, research collaboration, and strategic philanthropy, bridging corporate interests with LSU strengths.

The director will drive outreach, proposals, and cross-campus collaboration, serving as a key business contact for industry partners and working with the Office of Innovation and Ecosystem Development,

Qualifications

• Five years of external-facing experience in business development, fundraising, or partnerships.
• Strong communication across executive and operational levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead industry engagement portfolio align with LSU priorities and assets.
• Develop and grow partnerships across talent development, research collaboration, and philanthropy.
• Coordinate outreach, proposal development, and cross-campus collaboration to broaden industry support.
• Manage relationships with industry partners and external organizations.

Skills

Business development

Relationship management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Louisiana State University (LSU) seeks a Director of Industry Engagement to lead a portfolio of strategic partnerships with industry and the LSU ecosystem. The role focuses on talent development, research collaboration, and strategic philanthropy, bridging corporate interests with LSU strengths.

The director will drive outreach, proposals, and cross-campus collaboration, serving as a key business contact for industry partners and working with the Office of Innovation and Ecosystem Development,