Director of Industry Alliances

Company Description

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Job Description

Job Summary:

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) at Harvard University seeks an innovative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial Director of Industry Alliances to lead the development and strategic management of relationships between the Sciences Division and industry partners.

Reporting directly to the Dean of Science, the Director will build relationships with companies, foundations, investors, and other external organizations to advance research collaborations, educational initiatives, talent development, technology translation, and other strategic opportunities. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted bridge between Harvard faculty industry partners, and where appropriate the Office of Technology and Development.  The Director will identify areas of shared interest and create partnerships that support scientific discovery, innovation, and societal impact.

The Director will work across disciplines and Harvard administrative units, including research administration, technology transfer, corporate relations, development, sponsored programs, communications, all in close collaboration with academic leadership. This position requires exceptional relationship-building skills, sound judgment, strategic vision, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex, highly collaborative academic environment.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Faculty and Researcher Engagement

• Serve as a primary point of contact for faculty and researchers seeking to explore or expand industry relationships
• Learn and communicate the research strengths, capabilities, and priorities of the Sciences Division to prospective partners