Strategic Partnerships Director, STAGE Center

The University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago seeks a Director, STAGE Center Partnerships and Strategy to drive growth across science-art collaborations. Reporting to the Faculty Director, you will cultivate national and international partnerships, lead grant funding efforts, and advance programmatic priorities while guiding staff and budgets.

You will oversee engagement with diverse stakeholders, develop fundraising strategies, and translate research into compelling initiatives that expand STAGE's impact in

Qualifications

• College or university degree in related field required.
• 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Grant writing experience and ability to manage multidisciplinary programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the STAGE Center's growth strategy.
• Build and expand core partnerships with NSF, Argonne, and international partners.
• Oversee staff, budgets, and program operations to ensure alignment with priorities.
• Plan and manage high-profile events nationally and internationally.
• Identify funding opportunities and prepare grant proposals.

Skills

Grant writing

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree or PhD a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Zoom

Box

Project management tools

Job description

The University of Chicago seeks a Director, STAGE Center Partnerships and Strategy to drive growth across science-art collaborations. Reporting to the Faculty Director, you will cultivate national and international partnerships, lead grant funding efforts, and advance programmatic priorities while guiding staff and budgets.

You will oversee engagement with diverse stakeholders, develop fundraising strategies, and translate research into compelling initiatives that expand STAGE's impact in