Director, Emory Innovations Incorporated (EII)

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director plans, coordinates, and oversees major strategic, operational, and administrative activities for at least one Emory Innovations Incorporated (EII) operating unit or major program within central EII. Areas of responsibility include contracts and investments, budget planning, financial analysis and operations, intellectual property and conflict-of-interest management, and human resources. The Director has decision-making authority for the operating unit or program, including responsibility for overall budget development and presenting strategy.

Working with the Executive Director, the Director develops business strategy and defined goals, prepares budget projections, mitigates financial risks, oversees operations, and monitors progress. The role also develops initiatives to support sustained growth and serves as a liaison among Emory leadership, scientific investigators, the Office of Technology Transfer, Biolocity, the Office of the General Counsel, and other administrative offices as appropriate. Other related responsibilities may be assigned.

The role permits regular work from home, with commuting to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs and departmental guidelines. The employee must reside in Georgia. Emory may change the remote-work status with notice.

Requirements

• Master's degree, preferably in business, finance, or a related science field, and seven years of professional business or management experience; or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Residency in the state of Georgia.
• Ability to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee major strategic, operational, and administrative activities for at least one EII operating unit or major program within central EII.
• Manage activities involving contracts and investments, budget planning, financial analysis and operations, intellectual property and conflict-of-interest management, and human resources.
• Lead the operating unit or program with decision-making authority, including overall budget development and strategy presentation.
• Work with the Executive Director to develop business strategy and goals, prepare budget projections, mitigate financial risks, oversee operations, and monitor progress toward goals.
• Develop initiatives to ensure sustained growth of the operating unit or program.
• Liaise with Emory leadership, scientific investigators, the Office of Technology Transfer, Biolocity, the Office of the General Counsel, and other administrative offices as appropriate.
• Perform related responsibilities as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director