Postdoctoral Fellow - Automotive Engineering

Clemson University MBA Programs; Ord (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University MBA Programs is seeking a strategic specialist to bridge researchers, industry partners, and external stakeholders for commercialization pathways. The role focuses on managing technology development projects, evaluating commercialization potential, and fostering partnerships to accelerate innovation from concept to market readiness.

The position combines technical understanding with project management and stakeholder engagement, delivering impact across CU-ICAR initiatives and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Automotive Engineering or related field.
• Experience coordinating cross‑functional teams and external partners.
• Ability to evaluate commercialization potential and manage strategic projects.

Responsibilities

• Bridge researchers, industry partners, and external stakeholders to commercialize technologies.
• Manage technology development projects and assess commercialization potential.
• Facilitate partnerships to accelerate innovation and move concepts to market readiness.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Technology commercialization

Industry partnerships

Education

Ph.D. in Automotive Engineering

Job description

Clemson University: College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences: Automotive Engineering

Location

ONE RESEARCH DRIVE (ORD) CU-ICAR(900008) BLDG900008

Open Date

Aug 18, 2026

Description

This position serves as a strategic bridge between researchers, industry partners, and external stakeholders, supporting the development of commercialization pathways for emerging technologies.

The specialist manages technology development projects, evaluates commercialization potential, and facilitates partnerships to accelerate innovation. This role combines technical understanding with project management and stakeholder engagement to move innovations from concept to market readiness. Other Duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Ph.D. In Automotive Engineering or related field