Regional Quantum Innovation Leader

University of Chicago; United States; Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a Regional Innovation Officer to lead The Bloch Quantum Tech Hub, coordinating strategic plans, governance, and reporting to catalyze a scalable quantum manufacturing ecosystem in the Midwest.

You will connect quantum technologists, manufacturers, and critical industries to build large-scale solutions, secure diverse funding, and align CQE activities with the Bloch initiative to expand the quantum supply chain and regional workforce development.

Qualifications

• Education: college/university degree in related field.
• 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• MBA or advanced degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and manages The Bloch's shared vision and strategy and EDA Tech Hub Implementation Award in alignment with the Chicago Quantum Exchange and reporting to its CEO.
• Develops and communicates strategic plans for implementation, sustainability, and growth.
• Leverages knowledge of the quantum marketplace and trends to foster Bloch industry collaborations, programs, and future workplace initiatives.

Skills

Quantum sensing

Tech-based economic development

Design for Manufacturing

Supply chain resilience

Strategic leadership

Governance

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

The University of Chicago is seeking a Regional Innovation Officer to lead The Bloch Quantum Tech Hub, coordinating strategic plans, governance, and reporting to catalyze a scalable quantum manufacturing ecosystem in the Midwest.

You will connect quantum technologists, manufacturers, and critical industries to build large-scale solutions, secure diverse funding, and align CQE activities with the Bloch initiative to expand the quantum supply chain and regional workforce development.