Senior Research Engagement & Partnerships Manager

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI); Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 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 engagement, translating concepts into solutions for sponsors and partners.

Location is Atlanta, GA, with potential field offices or off-site locations. ACL covers bio, RF, sensor physics, materials, EW, modeling, threat analysis, and cross-lab collaboration.

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 and institutes; 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
• Travel 10% - 25%.

Skills

Security clearance

Education

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

PhD or Masters 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 engagement, translating concepts into solutions for sponsors and partners.

Location is Atlanta, GA, with potential field offices or off-site locations. ACL covers bio, RF, sensor physics, materials, EW, modeling, threat analysis, and cross-lab collaboration.