Director, Research Commercialization & Program Operations

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a research staff professional and scientific leader to relaunch the Alabama Drug Discovery Alliance (ADDA), branded Station 41 Accelerator. This role will co-develop strategic plans, organize a market launch, and connect with industry and university partners to drive commercialization and startup growth.

Reporting to the Director of the Center for Clinical and Translational Science, the candidate will lead day-to-day operations, mentor project teams,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field with 10 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Co-develops the strategic plan for the Program, including business, financial and operational systems.
• Collaborates with UAB and SR executives to shape objectives for commercialization and startup growth.
• Provides reports, forecasting, budgeting and program evaluation as requested.
• Interfaces with senior leaders and proposed advisory committees.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a research staff professional and scientific leader to relaunch the Alabama Drug Discovery Alliance (ADDA), branded Station 41 Accelerator. This role will co-develop strategic plans, organize a market launch, and connect with industry and university partners to drive commercialization and startup growth.

Reporting to the Director of the Center for Clinical and Translational Science, the candidate will lead day-to-day operations, mentor project teams,