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Job Summary

The Director of Business Development will lead industry engagement and strategic partnerships for the Center for Smart Convergent Manufacturing Systems (CSCMS), a New York State Center for Advanced Technology (CAT). Serving as the lead strategic and operational advisor to the Center Director and Associate Director, this role oversees business development, outreach and marketing, and external relations. The individual will develop leads and cultivate relationships with manufacturers and other resources, negotiate and secure collaborative R&D projects, and expand the Center’s impact across New York State and beyond.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business, marketing, manufacturing, or related field
• Seven (7) or more years in the following: business development, innovation partnerships, or technology commercialization

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in manufacturing sector
• Familiarity with New York State's innovation ecosystem
• Experience with federal funding (e.g., DoE, NSF, DoD)
• Technical sales/business experience in areas relevant to the center (e.g robotics, smart manufacturing) 

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated success in building high-value industry relationships
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Shift

Business hours, Monday - Friday

Travel

Driving

Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $100,000 - $110,000

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).