Senior Research Engagement Lead

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks an experienced Research Engagement Manager to join the Advanced Concepts Laboratory (ACL). This sponsor-facing role bridges cutting‑edge research with strategic stakeholder engagement, translating concepts into impactful solutions for sponsors and partners.

Based in Atlanta, GA, the position may sit at multiple field offices or off‑site locations. ACL’s research spans bio, RF, optical sensing, materials, EM theory, and more, delivering tailored

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• Minimum 20 years of relevant professional experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and foster collaborative research between GTRI and Georgia Tech academic units; Minority Serving Institutes; industry and government agencies.
• Develop, implement and manage a Technical Communications plan for the GTRI to promote technical excellence and disseminate advanced research and technology within GTRI.
• Foster technical excellence within GTRI by developing, promoting, supporting and managing technical communities of interest across GTRI.
• Develop, implement and manage student research programs such as graduate fellowships and internships.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Technical communications

Program management

Proposal development

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Computer Science

Ph.D. in a relevant technical discipline

Job description

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks an experienced Research Engagement Manager to join the Advanced Concepts Laboratory (ACL). This sponsor-facing role bridges cutting‑edge research with strategic stakeholder engagement, translating concepts into impactful solutions for sponsors and partners.

Based in Atlanta, GA, the position may sit at multiple field offices or off‑site locations. ACL’s research spans bio, RF, optical sensing, materials, EM theory, and more, delivering tailored