Associate Director for Entrepreneurship

Texas A&M•College Station, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Global Cyber Research Institute (GCRI) at Texas A&M has an opening for an Associate Director for Entrepreneurship. The purpose of the role is to execute and direct GCRI’s cyber-industry engagement and research programs. A primary initial focus will be to operationalize a planned consortium focused on standards and regulations for Information Technology (IT) Service Providers. Additionally, the selected candidate is expected to support student- and faculty- led entrepreneurship opportunities, guide technology innovation and transition in the cyber domain, and help develop industry-supported research initiatives. The role represents a unique opportunity to impact the cyber industry at large, through the engagement of Texas A&M’s faculty and students with industry practitioners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Eight years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline (business, engineering, computer science, information systems).
A graduate degree, and training that spans business and technical fields, are strongly preferred.
Extensive experience in the IT or broader cyber industry.
Experience in leadership positions within the IT industry.
Experience as a founder or CEO of a startup.
Experience in fund-raising and/or sales.

Responsibilities

Operationalize and execute a consortium focused on standards and regulations for IT service providers.
Guide and support the GCRI’s efforts to build industry-sponsored research programs, particularly those related to the IT Channel.
Advise students and faculty on innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization in the cyber domain, and pursue strategic programs (e.g. incubators) that enable entrepreneurship.
Pursue technology innovation and transition, focusing on the IT channel.
Support GCRI’s business development and research efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.