Strategic Research Partnerships Lead

Arizona State University; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead a pilot initiative identifying and organizing faculty research capabilities in priority technical areas, including quantum and biotechnology.

The role involves structured faculty outreach, building a searchable inventory of strengths, and preparing briefing materials for leadership. Collaboration with Corporate Engagement, Edson Institute, and SkySong Innovations is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of experience or equivalent combination.
• Ph.D. in a relevant field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pilot initiative to identify, organize, and communicate faculty research capabilities in priority technical areas.
• Develop a searchable inventory of research strengths and assets.
• Prepare briefing materials and collaterals for internal planning and external engagement.
• Identify and develop potential industry partners and serve as liaison.
• Coordinate with ASU offices to ensure alignment with industry engagement.

Skills

Proposal management

Relationship development

Communication skills

Information synthesis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Ph.D. in a relevant field

Tools

CRM systems

Airtable

Excel

Smartsheet

Salesforce

Job description

Arizona State University is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead a pilot initiative identifying and organizing faculty research capabilities in priority technical areas, including quantum and biotechnology.

The role involves structured faculty outreach, building a searchable inventory of strengths, and preparing briefing materials for leadership. Collaboration with Corporate Engagement, Edson Institute, and SkySong Innovations is essential.