Director, Quantum & Industry Partnerships

Laseagrant; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park (IQMP) seeks a Director of Industry Partnerships, a senior leader responsible for business attraction, realizing commercial partnerships, and positioning IQMP as a global leader for the quantum and microelectronics industries.

Reporting to the CEO, this role will drive strategic growth initiatives, forge high-level partnerships, and negotiate business attraction deals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, engineering, public policy, or related field.
• 10+ years in economic development, business attraction, investment strategy, or semiconductor leadership.
• Experience leading large-scale industry initiatives and supply chain expansion.
• Public sector or government experience in similar institutions.
• Experience in quantum, microelectronics or semiconductor industries.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement strategic vision for market engagement and revenue growth.
• Structure partnership agreements with industry partners with state agencies.
• Lead negotiations with investors and government agencies for high-value projects.
• Manage relationships with IQMP tenants and partners; collaborate with IQMP leaders.
• Promote IQMP with external partners and represent at industry events.

Skills

C-level engagement

Negotiation

Strategic leadership

Public-private partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree

Job description

Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park (IQMP) seeks a Director of Industry Partnerships, a senior leader responsible for business attraction, realizing commercial partnerships, and positioning IQMP as a global leader for the quantum and microelectronics industries.

Reporting to the CEO, this role will drive strategic growth initiatives, forge high-level partnerships, and negotiate business attraction deals.