Business Development OfficerG2008045
Business Development OfficerG2008045
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Job Description
Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for a Business Development Officer in the Division of Research and Economic Development the is responsible for identifying engaging and securing business and industry partners to utilize the specialized services of the National Institute for Materials Advancement (NIMA) and Pittsburg State University by actively supporting the business development team through the management of project initiatives cultivation of client relationships and strategic expansion of NIMAs client network and to drive outreach and foster collaborations across research industry projects and public policy initiatives ensuring alignment with the divisions overarching goals for strategic growth and impact.
Duties and Responsibilities
50 Business Development Team Support:
- Lead and manage select projects within the NIMA and Public Policy to ensure efficient and effective .
- Cultivate and sustain relationships with key business contacts and clients by initiating partnerships tracking engagement and following up on leads.
- Coordinate and schedule meetings with business contacts managing logistics like dates venues and agendas.
- Provide operational support for business development within NIMA addressing challenges managing tasks and ensuring team resources and information flow smoothly.
25 Coordinate Meetings and Develop Briefing Materials:
- Partner with scientists and leadership to organize and facilitate meetings including agenda preparation participant coordination and logistics.
- Take thorough notes develop action plans from discussions and ensure followup on key items.
- Create briefing materials (e.g. reports presentations proposals) that highlight essential information and support NIMAs business development objectives.
20 Identify and Screen Business Opportunities:
- Collaborate with the supervisor and the business development team to identify potential business opportunities aligned with NIMAs goals involving industry research market analysis and feasibility assessments.
- Establish criteria to evaluate and prioritize opportunities conduct data analysis and risk assessments and provide actionable recommendations.
- Compile and distribute information about business opportunities to the NIMA team and relevant stakeholders facilitating effective communication with potential partners.
5 Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
Required Education and Experience at Hire
- Bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Preferred Education and Experience
- Masters degree from an accredited higher education institution
- Three years of experience in business development in industry or a related field
Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender check.
Job Type:Unclassified
Appointment Duration: 12 months
Work Schedule: Full Time Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Application Documents Required*:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Names and Contact Details for Three 3 Professional References
*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.
Open until Filledwith a first consideration date of January 30 2025
Search Committee Chair: Ram Gupta
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.
Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
