Vice President Economic and Business Development
Vice President Economic and Business Development
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Syracuse University seeks an experienced and collaborative leader to serve as the inaugural Vice President for Economic & Business Development and lead Syracuse Universitys newly created Office of Economic & Business Development. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives and Innovation and working closely with the Chancellor and President the Vice President will be responsible for fostering and driving economic growth and innovation within the university and the broader community and oversee the development and implementation of strategic initiatives that leverage the universitys resources research and expertise to support local regional and national economic development. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing the Universitys regional economic engagement activities including coordinating the Universitys partnership with Micron Technology Inc. and other stakeholders across Central New Yorks emerging semiconductor and advanced manufacturing ecosystem. The Vice President will work daily to foster innovation and entrepreneurship on campus and across the region and act to bridge the Universitys research capabilities and human capital to public and privatesector stakeholders locally nationally and globally. Syracuse University has retained Korn Ferry a national and global executive search firm to assist in this search. All applications inquiries and nominations which will remain confidential are invited. Application review has begun and will continue until the position has been filled. Applications should include a detailed resume and a letter of interest that highlight the applicants interest in the role and relevant experience. Applicants are urged to submit their materials as soon as possible using this link: and supervise the newly established Syracuse University Office of Economic & Business Development including the universitys efforts in technology transfer commercialization and entrepreneurship. Develop and execute a comprehensive economic development strategy that aligns with the universitys mission and goals. Support activities of the Chancellors Industry Advisory Council and serve as key member of the Syracuse University Economic Development Steering Committee. Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with industry government and community organizations to enhance economic opportunities. Coordinate and oversee Syracuse Universitys corporate relationships related to local and regional economic development initiatives. In partnership with the Vice President for Research promote Syracuse Universitys research and technology capabilities to industry and lead efforts to secure external funding to grow the Universitys programs related to economic development. Develop and implement long term plans near term operating practices and policy initiatives intended to foster industry collaboration technology commercialization licensing of intellectual property and technologybased economic development endeavors throughout the region as led by the University. Identify gaps in university programs based on industry demands and work with internal stakeholders to develop and implement initiatives in response to demand including programs that build research expertise in areas of interest to industry. In partnership with Academic Affairs and the Office of Research collaborate with academic departments and research centers to leverage university resources for economic growth. In coordination with the Office of Government and Community Relations support engagement with government officials and community partners in support of Syracuse Universitys economic development goals. Identify and pursue opportunities for universityindustry collaborations particularly in the semiconductor advanced manufacturing and defenserelated industries both directly and through Syracuse Universitys leadership of the Collaboration and Commercialization Center of the NY SMART ICorridor Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with local regional and national business leaders. Represent Syracuse University in economic development forums conferences and committees. Develop metrics and reporting systems to track and communicate the impact and return on Syracuse Universitys economic development initiatives.
Syracuse University seeks an experienced and collaborative leader to serve as the inaugural Vice President for Economic & Business Development and lead Syracuse Universitys newly created Office of Economic & Business Development. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives and Innovation and working closely with the Chancellor and President the Vice President will be responsible for fostering and driving economic growth and innovation within the university and the broader community and oversee the development and implementation of strategic initiatives that leverage the universitys resources research and expertise to support local regional and national economic development. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing the Universitys regional economic engagement activities including coordinating the Universitys partnership with Micron Technology Inc. and other stakeholders across Central New Yorks emerging semiconductor and advanced manufacturing ecosystem. The Vice President will work daily to foster innovation and entrepreneurship on campus and across the region and act to bridge the Universitys research capabilities and human capital to public and privatesector stakeholders locally nationally and globally. Syracuse University has retained Korn Ferry a national and global executive search firm to assist in this search. All applications inquiries and nominations which will remain confidential are invited. Application review has begun and will continue until the position has been filled. Applications should include a detailed resume and a letter of interest that highlight the applicants interest in the role and relevant experience. Applicants are urged to submit their materials as soon as possible using this link: and supervise the newly established Syracuse University Office of Economic & Business Development including the universitys efforts in technology transfer commercialization and entrepreneurship. Develop and execute a comprehensive economic development strategy that aligns with the universitys mission and goals. Support activities of the Chancellors Industry Advisory Council and serve as key member of the Syracuse University Economic Development Steering Committee. Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with industry government and community organizations to enhance economic opportunities. Coordinate and oversee Syracuse Universitys corporate relationships related to local and regional economic development initiatives. In partnership with the Vice President for Research promote Syracuse Universitys research and technology capabilities to industry and lead efforts to secure external funding to grow the Universitys programs related to economic development. Develop and implement long term plans near term operating practices and policy initiatives intended to foster industry collaboration technology commercialization licensing of intellectual property and technologybased economic development endeavors throughout the region as led by the University. Identify gaps in university programs based on industry demands and work with internal stakeholders to develop and implement initiatives in response to demand including programs that build research expertise in areas of interest to industry. In partnership with Academic Affairs and the Office of Research collaborate with academic departments and research centers to leverage university resources for economic growth. In coordination with the Office of Government and Community Relations support engagement with government officials and community partners in support of Syracuse Universitys economic development goals. Identify and pursue opportunities for universityindustry collaborations particularly in the semiconductor advanced manufacturing and defenserelated industries both directly and through Syracuse Universitys leadership of the Collaboration and Commercialization Center of the NY SMART ICorridor Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with local regional and national business leaders. Represent Syracuse University in economic development forums conferences and committees. Develop metrics and reporting systems to track and communicate the impact and return on Syracuse Universitys economic development initiatives.
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