Strategic Leader for Industry Expansion & Economic Growth

North Carolina State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State University seeks an Executive Director for Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) Operations in Raleigh, NC. You will lead strategic planning, financial stewardship, and statewide outreach, aligning IES with the College of Engineering and public–private partnerships.

You will manage a diverse team, oversee a multi-million-dollar budget, and foster industry collaboration to translate research into impactful, scalable programs across North Carolina.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Management, Technology Policy, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of eight years of executive-level leadership experience managing complex technical operations, industrial outreach, or university-based extension programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide overarching vision, strategic planning, and operational leadership for IES, aligning unit goals with NC State’s mission.
• Oversee statewide network of regional offices, field staff, and administrative teams with a multi-million-dollar budget.
• Lead strategic workforce development and partnerships with industry, community colleges, and state agencies.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Industry experience

Education

Master’s degree or higher

Job description

NC State University seeks an Executive Director for Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) Operations in Raleigh, NC. You will lead strategic planning, financial stewardship, and statewide outreach, aligning IES with the College of Engineering and public–private partnerships.

You will manage a diverse team, oversee a multi-million-dollar budget, and foster industry collaboration to translate research into impactful, scalable programs across North Carolina.