Strategic Partnerships Architect

North Carolina State University

United States

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending
Retirement Programs
Disability Plans
Life Insurance
Accident Plan
Paid Time Off
12 Holidays
Tuition Assistance
Childcare
Wellness Membership
Wellness Programs

Job summary

North Carolina State University is seeking a Partnership Developer to cultivate strategic relationships with corporate, government, and nonprofit partners. The role connects external partners to the university’s faculty, research, and Centennial Campus resources to drive economic development.

The successful candidate will manage partnerships throughout their lifecycle, align partner goals with NC State strengths, and collaborate with faculty and leadership to create high‑value collaborations.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree, or Bachelor’s degree and 3‑5 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in business development, partnership building, or sales (university experience is a plus).
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to understand technical information from multiple disciplines and present to varied audiences.
  • Desire to be part of a team environment as well as work independently.

Responsibilities

  • Partnership development & relationship management: build and steward strategic partnerships.
  • Strategic engagement & university collaboration: identify opportunities and engage across units.
  • Project management & operational support: coordinate stakeholders and track milestones.

Skills

Business development
Partnership building
Communication skills
Technical communication

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s with relevant experience

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

North Carolina State University is seeking a Partnership Developer to cultivate strategic relationships with corporate, government, and nonprofit partners. The role connects external partners to the university’s faculty, research, and Centennial Campus resources to drive economic development.

The successful candidate will manage partnerships throughout their lifecycle, align partner goals with NC State strengths, and collaborate with faculty and leadership to create high‑value collaborations.

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