Senior Research Engagement Lead, National Security

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI); Rideout Village (AL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks an experienced Research Engagement Manager to bridge cutting‑edge research with strategic stakeholder engagement. The role focuses on translating concepts into sponsor‑driven solutions within ACL, coordinating across GTRI and Georgia Tech units, and guiding programs from proposal to delivery.

The position is located in Atlanta, GA, with potential off‑site or field office placements.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and foster collaborative research between GTRI and Georgia Tech units and partners.
• Develop, implement and manage a Technical Communications plan.
• Foster technical excellence and manage communities of interest across GTRI.

Skills

Strategic collaboration

Technical communications

Research program development

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership and mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Computer Science, or related field

Ph.D. preferred in a relevant discipline

Tools

Proposal development

Program management tools

Job description

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks an experienced Research Engagement Manager to bridge cutting‑edge research with strategic stakeholder engagement. The role focuses on translating concepts into sponsor‑driven solutions within ACL, coordinating across GTRI and Georgia Tech units, and guiding programs from proposal to delivery.

The position is located in Atlanta, GA, with potential off‑site or field office placements.