Supporting state and regional innovation is a fascinating career choice. Below are currently open positions in the field, each looking for people eager to grow the U.S. economy through programs supporting science, technology, innovation and entrepreneurship.
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The following positions are available:
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- Executive Director, Regional Office (Asheville)—North Carolina Biotechnology Center
Asheville, NC
Posted September 18
Application Deadline: October 4
- Chief Executive Officer—Arch Grants
St. Louis, Missouri
Posted August 25
- Director of Industry Partnerships—University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
Posted August 25
- Executive Director—Innovative Business Recovery Opportunity Center (IBROC)
Dayton, OH
Posted July 14
- Executive Director—The Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST)
Oklahoma City, OK
Posted June 25
Executive Director, Regional Office (Asheville)—North Carolina Biotechnology Center
The executive director, regional office (Asheville) represents the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech) by implementing its strategic commitment to regional and statewide biotechnology and life sciences development. This includes building and engaging an advisory committee within a region and identifying and undertaking a range of projects to promote economic and societal benefits. The executive director must reside in the region in question. The application deadline is October 4. For full details and to apply, click here.
Chief Executive Officer—Arch Grants
Arch Grants’ first-ever CEO will help define the role and shape the organization’s next chapter: a rare opportunity to build rather than inherit. Reporting to the Arch Grants Board of Directors, the CEO will provide focused strategic leadership across operations, fund development, and organizational growth. Leading a talented team of 8-10 internal employees and an annual operating budget of approximately $3.6 million, with an endowment and investment portfolio of approximately $23 million, Arch Grants’ CEO will safeguard the organization’s mission, align ambitious programming with internal capacity, and maintain operational and financial stability. The CEO will also elevate Arch Grants’ national profile by cultivating donors and strategic partners, diversifying funding sources, and securing multi-year financial commitments that support long-term sustainability. For further details, click here.
Director of Industry Partnerships—University of Kansas
The director of industry partnerships serves as a member of the Office of Economic Development and plays a leading role in driving industry and stakeholder engagement at the University of Kansas. Reporting to the managing director, corporate and stakeholder engagements, the director identifies, develops, and executes mutually beneficial research partnerships with corporate, federal, state, and other entities. The director will work closely with the leadership and faculty in the School of Engineering, the College of Liberal Arts and Life Sciences, the School of Pharmacy, and associated research centers, to translate KU expertise, innovation, and research capabilities into impactful collaborations. This individual will serve as a conduit between KU research expertise and industry, cultivating relationships that lead to sponsored research, workforce development, technology engagement, and strategic partnerships that advance KU’s mission and industry needs. The director will collaborate with colleagues across complementary disciplines to ensure cohesive strategies across KU. The director will identify, engage, build, and advance a robust portfolio of corporate partners while stimulating engagement strategies and collaborations across a complex academic environment to support KU’s institutional goals. For more information, click here.
Executive Director—Innovative Business Recovery Opportunity Center (IBROC)
The Innovative Business Recovery Opportunity Center (IBROC) is dedicated to empowering small businesses, particularly those founded by underrepresented founders, to recover, rebuild, and thrive in the face of economic challenges. The executive director serves as the visionary leader of IBROC, responsible for driving the organization’s mission, strategy, and operations. This role requires a dynamic, inclusive, and strategic leader who can build partnerships, secure funding, and champion economic growth recovery for small businesses across the City of Dayton. The executive director will be employed by the Entrepreneurs Center, reporting to the IBROC Leadership Team, consisting of the president of the Entrepreneurs Center, and the executive director of the Miami Valley Urban League. For additional information, click here.
Executive Director—The Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST)
The Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST) is seeking a visionary leader who is passionate about advancing science, technology, and innovation across Oklahoma. This role will champion OCAST’s mission by fostering innovation in emerging and established businesses, supporting applied research and technology commercialization, strengthening partnerships between research institutions and industry, and driving programs that help innovative companies grow and thrive. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of Oklahoma’s innovation ecosystem, including research and development, technology transfer, entrepreneurship, manufacturing modernization, and strategies that enhance business competitiveness and economic growth. Reveiw the job description and apply here.