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This position is funded for 12 months; continuation past 12 months will be based on university need performance and/or availability of funding.This is a/an 75 % full-time equivalency (FTE) job. This position will work 30 hours per week. This position is eligible for benefits associated with any full-time position. The salary grade and range listed in the posting is reflective of a 100% Full-time position. Full-time equivalency job offers may fall outside of the listed range due to the assigned percentage of effort.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Entrepreneurship & Innovation (E&I) Program is seeking a motivated Technical Commercialization Specialist to serve as a facilitator and enabler of innovators efforts to enhance the commercializable technology portfolio of this active multidisciplinary initiative. The successful candidate will work closely with the College of Agricultural Sciences E&I program the World Food Forums North American Youth Food Lab @ Penn State and the co-directors of the pending HARVEST Industry Consortium to provide high-level technology development support and partnership management. This position proactively interfaces and maintains collaborative relationships with individuals at multiple levels of the organization including interactions within Penn State institutes centers and colleges as well as external stakeholders in industry other academic institutions and other related networks.
Responsibilities include:
Providing project management support for technology development teams both internal and external to the university (external teams coming through the Youth Food Lab).
Independent planning initiating organizing and advancing technology development-related activities under these initiatives.
Serving as a referral resource for innovators.
Managing internal and external communications on behalf of the initiatives.
Planning and administering project budgets serving as liaison with college financial offices.
Facilitating meetings and activities that support the advancement of the initiatives. Must maintain confidential and sensitive information.
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
If filled as Technology Commercialization Specialist - Intermediate Professional this position requires: Masters Degree 1 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Technology Commercialization Specialist - Advanced Professional this position requires: Masters Degree 3 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneRequired Qualifications:
Requires one year of project engineering experience.
Experience with university technology transfer (in some capacity).
Exemplary interpersonal skills and a genuine appreciation for working with diverse audiences.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to communicate with internal and external stakeholders to exchange information resolve issues or concerns and coordinate activities.
Excellent organization skills and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and simultaneous deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
An MBA or project management certification are preferred.
Familiarity with University budget policies and procedures is preferred.
Experience with university licensed software Microsoft Sharepoint and Plone is preferred.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $68200.00 - $115100.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn States salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
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