University of Illinois
Office of Technology Management
Assistant Director, Business Development
Chicago Campus
The Office of Technology Management (OTM) at the University of Illinois in Chicago is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Director, Business Development. The successful candidate is responsible for the management and execution of the business development activities of the Office of Technology Management (OTM) at UIC. The Assistant Director, Business Development and Technology Management will be responsible for conceptualizing, implementing and executing the business development strategy of the OTM as well as advancing the overall goals of the OTM. Other duties include:
- Create, facilitate, implement and lead external business development initiatives to advance University of Illinois at Chicago’s intellectual property and maximize its financial results in both the short and long term.
- Create and implement an external business development strategy to increase the OTM’s exposure to potential licensees.
- Utilizing the Salesforce.com customer relationship management platform, create performance measurements for the business development strategy, create transaction summaries on all external business development activities and provide post-transaction reviews for all processes related to the external business development activities.
- Keep all stakeholders regularly informed on status of pending external business development transactions and developing corporate relationships.
- Create strategic relationships with other Universities to explore opportunities to bundle like technologies and go to market with complete business solutions.
- Assist Director in the management of the unit. Develop, administer and evaluate major programs or projects.
- Supervise Technology Management team.
- Serve on OTM leadership team to ensure operating activities are within University policy.
- Participate in conferences and seminars conducted by the University, Unit, or professional organizations specific to furthering the OTM’s external business development initiatives.
- Participate in team project, with all other members of the OTM staff, regarding strategic planning and preparation of the Unit’s annual operating plan and budget.
- Develop an annual Professional Development plan.
- Act on behalf of the Director of OTM in her absence.
- Serve on University, campus, and other committees/teams as assigned.
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five years’ relevant professional experience in business, academic, or government in business development and/or operational management; Master’s degree or professional degree (professional experience and accomplishments may be considered in lieu of the advanced degree requirement) preferred. Other required qualifications include: proven ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion to make sound decisions; strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; demonstrated keen business intuition, results orientation, and interest in advancing business development activities for university technologies; outstanding teamwork and influence-management skills with the ability to successfully work with others at all levels; effective leadership skills with the demeanor, business maturity, intellect and integrity required to establish immediate credibility and establish results; exemplary skills and acumen to assume roles of greater responsibility over time; and proficient computer skills (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.).
This is a full-time 12-month Academic Professional, benefits eligible position. For full consideration, candidates must apply to and submit a letter of application, resume, and names/addresses/phone numbers of three professional references by January 11, 2010 at https://uajobs.hr.uillinois.edu/.
University of Illinois
Employee Relations and Human Resources
809 S. Marshfield Ave M/C 078
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (312) 996-5130
Fax: (312) 996-6005
The University of Illinois is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity and diversity. University Administration welcomes applications from women, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, sexual minority groups and other candidates who will lead and contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.