Director - UTDSolv (JSOM)

University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tuition benefits

Medical insurance

AD&D insurance

Dental & vision

Disability benefits

Retirement plan

Fertility benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Texas at Dallas in Richardson seeks a Director of Industry Projects to lead UTDSolv, developing and scaling a portfolio of industry-sponsored projects that deliver meaningful experiential learning for students. You will manage sourcing, scoping, execution, assessment, and reporting across the program.

The role reports to the Management department and requires strategic collaboration with academic units and industry partners to expand opportunities and ensure program impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related progressive experience.
• Master's degree & 5+ yrs relevant professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of industry-sponsored projects that support experiential learning across UT Dallas.
• Identify, cultivate, and secure projects from corporations, startups, nonprofit organizations, and community partners. Manage a portfolio of at least 50 unique industry-sponsored projects per semester.
• Serve as the primary liaison between UTDSolv and external stakeholders, representing the program at networking events, conferences, corporate meetings, and community engagements.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Posting Details

• Posting Number: S07173P
• Position Title: Director - UTDSolv (JSOM)
• Functional Title: Director of Industry Projects - UTDSolv
• Department: Management
• Salary Range: $80,000, DOQ
• Pay Basis: Monthly
• Position Status: Regular full-time
• Location: Richardson
• Open Until Filled: No
• Desired Start Date: 09/07/2026

Job Summary

The Director of Industry Projects plays a pivotal leadership role in advancing the mission of UTDSolv at the UT Dallas Jindal School of Management by developing, managing, and scaling a dynamic portfolio of industry-sponsored projects that deliver meaningful, high-impact experiential learning opportunities for students. This role serves as the primary liaison between UTDSolv and industry organizations to identify, scope, and secure applied projects that align with academic objectives and workforce needs. The Director oversees the full project lifecycle-from project sourcing and scoping through execution, assessment, and reporting-while ensuring positive outcomes for students, faculty, and industry partners. This position is responsible for maintaining a robust project pipeline, managing project quality, monitoring student performance, and measuring the impact of UTDSolv initiatives.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related progressive experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Master's degree & 5+ yrs relevant professional experience

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Industry Project Development, Portfolio, and Lifecycle Management

• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of industry-sponsored projects that support experiential learning across UT Dallas.
• Identify, cultivate, and secure projects from corporations, startups, nonprofit organizations, and community partners. Manage a portfolio of at least 50 unique industry-sponsored projects per semester.
• Serve as the primary liaison between UTDsolv and external stakeholders, representing the program at networking events, conferences, corporate meetings, and community engagements.
• Collaborate with academic units and university leadership to expand interdisciplinary project opportunities.
• Work directly with organizations to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and expected outcomes.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and meet stakeholder expectations.
• Coordinate with faculty, students, and industry sponsors to support successful project execution and delivery.
• Support the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and ongoing engagement of faculty and industry professionals participating in the UTDsolv Capstone course. May also teach one or more sections of the UTDsolve Capstone course as needed.
• Oversee the scheduling and staffing of the courses, ensuring adequate course offerings to support enrollment demand and adequate faculty resources.
• Evaluate project outcomes and stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement and maximize program impact.
• Foster an environment that promotes professional development, teamwork, problem-solving, and client engagement.

Assessment and Outcomes Measurement

• Develop and implement metrics to evaluate project success, student learning outcomes, and industry impact.
• Measure and assess project outcomes against established goals and performance indicators.
• Collect and analyze feedback from students, faculty, and industry sponsors.
• Prepare reports and dashboards that communicate project performance, student impact, and program effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and program enhancement.

Other Duties as Assigned

Additional Information

Work Notice: Work will be performed on-site and in person.

What We Can Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• AD&D Insurance
• Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Long and short-term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan
• Fertility Benefits
• Paid time off

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.