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adjunct Vice President, Realization and Commercialization:Job description:
adjunct Vice President, Realization and CommercializationWho we areWhy Rensselaer? Our dynamic global community of changemakers includes some of the world's leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity. Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, and one of the world's fastest supercomputers. Rensselaer faculty and alumni include more than 145 National Academy members, six members of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, six National Medal of Technology winners, five National Medal of Science winners, three astronauts, and a Nobel Prize winner in Physics. With nearly 200 years of practice advancing scientific and technological expertise, Rensselaer remains focused on covering global challenges with a spirit of ingenuity and collaboration. To lgain more, please visit . Are you ready to change the world? Apply now! Job Summary The adjunct Vice President for Realization and Commercialization, reporting to the Vice President for Strategic Alliances and Translation, is responsible for developing pathways for sharing research and intellectual property from RPI to external stakeholders. This includes the strategic research and development activities across the university including research from the Rensselaer Technology Park and connected Applied Research Institute. The incumbent will need to lead the strategic thinking and operationalize the infrastructure to support translation. This could include the formation of an RPI early venture support lab (incubator); new venture formation infrastructure which could comprise education and support for faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, the formation of mentor networks, gathering spaces and prototyping facilities; and formation of a venture fund. The incumbent leads and directs the creation and growth of new ventures and economic development that are aligned with the Institute's strategic priorities. The incumbent will also serve as Director of the Office of Intellectual Property Optimization. The incumbent must be strategic and innovative in creating and leveraging RPI intellectual capital leading to establishing new start-up companies and providing students, faculty and staff with direction toward formation of such ventures. The incumbent is expected to provide the leadership abilities and management in establishing sound financial, administrative, and operational protocols and practices for activities sustaining the Office of Realization. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration (Advanced degree preferred) 10 years or more of demonstrated practice in » bringing ideas to markets » the implementation and operationalization of a complex organization » leadership abilities expertise, including people, administrative, and financial management, space planning, and processes related to intellectual property » expertise of intellectual property, including filing and prosecution. significant combinations of education, training and practice may be considered. Preferred Qualifications Starting income/Rate Expected hiring range: $150,000 - $200,000 Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate's income will be determined located on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate's qualifications, practice, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer's good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting. Application instructions Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter. If you need assistance with the online application process, Contact Us by Email address: careers@rpi.edu Job Posted Date Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Application received by November 17, 2023 will receive first consideration. Culture of Safety at Rensselaer Rensselaer is committed to providing a safe and healthy living, learning, and working environment for its faculty, staff and students. As such, we strongly recommend that faculty, staff and students obtain a COVID-19 vaccination and remain current with available boosters to protect themselves, as well as to protect vulnerable members of the community. Total Compensation and Benefits Information Rensselaer's Total Compensation Program is designed to provide reliable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit . Skills:
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