Assistant Director of Industry Engagements

Posting Description

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENTS MIT Generative AI Consortium will serve as the primary driver of MIT Generative AI Impact Consortium (MGAIC) industry growth external partnerships and revenue generation strategy in support of MGAICs mission in coordination with MITs broader corporate engagement ecosystem. This role sets strategy and executes plans to develop mutually beneficial relationships between MIT and corporate partners and to generate significant revenue through memberships sponsorships research collaborations and strategic partnerships. This role works collaboratively with Institute partners (e.g. ILP OSATT and RD) and reports to the two Faculty Co-Directors with a dotted-line relationship to the provost.

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Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelors degree; five years of experience in business development corporate partnerships institutional advancement technical sales consulting or related fields; demonstrated success in generating revenue through partnerships memberships sponsorships or complex B2B engagements; proven ability to engage influence and negotiate with C-suite and senior executives; experience developing and executing strategic plans with measurable revenue outcomes; and experience in higher education research institutions or innovation ecosystems. PREFERRED: Masters degree (MBA or related field).

5/15/2026