Global Commercialization Director: Programs & Partnerships

New Lab; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Newlab is seeking a Sr. Director, Commercialization to oversee hands-on program delivery and partner management across flagship initiatives, starting with the Mining Studio and expanding into Energy & Industrials.

You will lead matrixed teams, manage government and industry relationships to create commercialization pathways for startups, and collaborate with Brooklyn leadership to convert global interest into strategic growth.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience leading complex program delivery or innovation execution.
• Management consulting background is helpful; STEM background or ability to handle complex technologies.
• Proven track record managing multi-stakeholder programs with government entities, corporate sponsors, and startups.
• Experience leading cross-functional, distributed teams in a matrixed environment.
• Strong financial literacy with direct experience managing project P&Ls, scoping, and resourcing.
• Outstanding communication, executive presence, and senior partner management skills.
• Performance bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package with no waiting period.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mining studio (~50% focus): oversee execution of partnerships with government bodies and mining leaders, managing a distributed team and bridging startups with partners.
• Expand energy & industrial programs: scope, launch, and direct programs for government and industry partners to leverage global tech innovations.
• Drive commercialization outcomes: create clear pathways for startups to scale, secure pilots, and generate regional job growth.
• Drive program revenue growth: identify expansion opportunities, extend project scopes, and deepen partner engagement.
• Maintain quality control: accountable delivery leadership, partner satisfaction, and deliverable standards across programs.
• P&L & resource management: oversee program P&Ls, staffing models, and resource allocation.
• Systems improvement: identify bottlenecks and build better systems/workflows for seamless execution.
• Strategic growth & local ecosystem alignment: partner with Brooklyn leadership to convert global interest into durable partnerships.

Skills

Program delivery

Client management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Financial literacy

Executive presence

Communication

Education

STEM background

Job description

Newlab is seeking a Sr. Director, Commercialization to oversee hands-on program delivery and partner management across flagship initiatives, starting with the Mining Studio and expanding into Energy & Industrials.

You will lead matrixed teams, manage government and industry relationships to create commercialization pathways for startups, and collaborate with Brooklyn leadership to convert global interest into strategic growth.