Senior AVP, Innovation & Economic Development

University at Albany; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Albany seeks an Associate Vice President for Economic Development and Innovation in Albany, NY. The AVP-EDI will lead the Office of Economic Development and Innovation, directing technology transfer, IP management, and industry partnerships to advance innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional growth.

Major responsibilities include strategic planning, policy alignment, and cross‑functional leadership across university and external stakeholders, reporting to the VP for Research and

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; fields listed in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level leadership for the Office of Economic Development and Innovation.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to enhance innovation, research translation, entrepreneurship, and regional economic development.
• Lead and supervise license, IP, and technology transfer activities; oversee partnerships and external engagements.

Skills

Strategic planning

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Master's degree (business/public administration/policy/science/engineering/economics)

Job description

University at Albany seeks an Associate Vice President for Economic Development and Innovation in Albany, NY. The AVP-EDI will lead the Office of Economic Development and Innovation, directing technology transfer, IP management, and industry partnerships to advance innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional growth.

Major responsibilities include strategic planning, policy alignment, and cross‑functional leadership across university and external stakeholders, reporting to the VP for Research and