Strategic Research Funding & Partnerships Lead

Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES); College Station (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M Engineering is seeking a Senior Advisor, Research Strategy & Partnerships to advance the Center’s research development, external funding, strategic partnerships, fundraising, and commercialization objectives.

The position develops major funding opportunities; coordinates center-level and industry-engaged proposals; builds relationships with public, industry, philanthropic, and private-capital stakeholders; and helps translate research capabilities into partnerships, commercialization

Qualifications

• Masters degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of related experience.
• Advanced degree in engineering, science, business, or related field.
• Experience in biomanufacturing, biotechnology, or related sectors.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize federal, state, foundation, industry, and economic-development funding opportunities.
• Coordinate research teams for large, center-level and multi-institutional funding efforts.
• Lead proposal development planning, reviews, and submission readiness.
• Support narrative development and positioning to meet sponsor priorities.

Skills

Proposal development

Strategic partnerships

Fundraising strategies

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Masters degree

Job description

Texas A&M Engineering is seeking a Senior Advisor, Research Strategy & Partnerships to advance the Center’s research development, external funding, strategic partnerships, fundraising, and commercialization objectives.

The position develops major funding opportunities; coordinates center-level and industry-engaged proposals; builds relationships with public, industry, philanthropic, and private-capital stakeholders; and helps translate research capabilities into partnerships, commercialization