Research Development & Industry Relations Manager

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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The California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology - known as CALIT2 - is one of four
Gray Davis Institutes for Science and Innovation located on University of California campuses. The founding
objective of CALIT2 was to create a world-class multidisciplinary research institute to promote discovery and
innovation, notably to harness the ubiquity and scale of the internet and wireless technologies to accelerate
growth in many different scientific areas and industries that are undergoing a massive transformation. Over two
decades, CALIT2 has focused on inter-transdisciplinary research, as well as the creation of new, advanced
scientific facilities, and centers and 'living laboratories' to attract and support the nearly 250 UCI faculty who
have opted to affiliate with the institute. It also offers programs for workforce development, training and
outreach, as well as commercialization paths (e.g. through Techportal) and interfaces with the industry. CalIT2
brings together faculty and students from different schools at UCI, collaborates with other CaliT2 institutes (at
UCSD and UCR) and with other California Institutes for Science and Innovation in the University of California.

Your Role on the Team

The Research Development and Industry Relations Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the development, administration, and long-term sustainability of interdisciplinary research, industry-facing, and training initiatives. This position works with the institute leadership to create and advance complex research programs and industry partnerships, develop funding and revenue strategies, oversee programmatic operations, and facilitate collaboration across research, academic, and external stakeholder groups. The role serves as a key driver in advancing institutional priorities through research and program development, innovation and tech transfer, strategic partnerships with researchers, industry and other sponsors.


Please Note: This is a hybrid position (3 days minimum onsite)

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Research and/or industry background and experience in engineering, sciences or related research area.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
• Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
• Advanced ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers.
• Doctorate in related area and / or equivalent experience training
• 5-10 yearsResearch Development

Preferred:

• Advanced knowledge of administrative, budgetary, and financial principles and practices.
• Highly skilled fundraising experience.
• 5 Years Industry Partnerships
• 5 Years Workforce Development Programs

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $$108,100- $$135,000 (Annual).

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

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Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.


We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.


UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization