Senior Research Strategy & Partnerships Advisor

Texas A&M Engineering; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M Engineering in College Station seeks a Senior Advisor for Research Strategy & Partnerships to advance funding, collaborations, and technology transfer. The role leads major proposals and translates research strengths into strategic partnerships with industry, foundations, and government.

Initial appointment at 30% effort with potential to increase, depending on milestones, funding, and Center needs.

Qualifications

• Masters degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of related experience in research development, strategic partnerships, fundraising, or private-capital engagement.
• Experience in multi-institutional, industry-engaged proposals for federal agencies, foundations, or economic development.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize funding opportunities aligned with center priorities.
• Lead proposal development planning and submission readiness for large, multi-investigator efforts.
• Develop strategic partnerships and engage industry, foundations, and investors.
• Support commercialization and technology transfer initiatives and stakeholder networks.
• Provide guidance and templates for major funding opportunities and maintain a project dashboard.

Skills

Grant funding

Partnerships

Proposal management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Education

Masters degree

Job description

Texas A&M Engineering in College Station seeks a Senior Advisor for Research Strategy & Partnerships to advance funding, collaborations, and technology transfer. The role leads major proposals and translates research strengths into strategic partnerships with industry, foundations, and government.

Initial appointment at 30% effort with potential to increase, depending on milestones, funding, and Center needs.