University of Chicago · 2 months ago
Assistant Director, Partnerships, Chicago Quantum Exchange
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Chicago is a leading institution advancing the science and engineering of quantum information. The Assistant Director of Partnerships will be responsible for developing and managing a portfolio of partners for the Chicago Quantum Exchange, facilitating engagements, and overseeing operational planning for partnerships.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Serves as liaison for multiple CQE partners, interfacing with partners as well as researchers and other stakeholders from CQE member and partner institutions to facilitate engagements around joint projects, sponsored research, talent recruitment and the like
Manages standardized administrative and contractual processes for streamlining collaborative agreements, projects, and other such partner engagements, by interfacing with appropriate business and legal representatives from current and future CQE members and partner institutions
Manages and helps develop streamlined protocols for collaborative projects, and strategic initiatives with current and prospective partners
Uses best practices and a moderate/high level of knowledge of business software tools to create and maintain reports, leveraging and maintaining multiple databases
Organizes engagement opportunities between CQE and partners, including virtual and in-person meetings, and workshops. Plans, organizes, and oversees logistics for meetings, workshops, or other engagements. Helps develop background materials, briefings, summaries, and follow-up action items
Monitors execution of program operations, ensures that partners adhere to contractual commitments, manages requests for support, and develops materials to assist leadership with partner relations
Researches and compiles information on quantum relevant efforts and trends in industry sectors, companies, regional activities and key players to inform strategy for engagement with potential and existing partners
Works with others to manage requests for support, prepare required reports, and develop and implement ways to promote, cultivate, and steward foundation activities across campus. Defines and coordinates opportunities for inclusion of foundation representatives in campus activities and special programs, both as cultivation for new grants and as stewardship for existing grants
Meets with prospects through personal visits, phone contact, and by promoting program benefits. Helps in developing proposals and raising gifts from corporate donors for all restricted corporate gifts, including identification of opportunities, composing solicitation letters, communication with the prospects, and supervision of the gift acknowledgment process
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline
Serves as liaison for multiple CQE partners, interfacing with partners as well as researchers and other stakeholders from CQE member and partner institutions to facilitate engagements around joint projects, sponsored research, talent recruitment and the like
Manages standardized administrative and contractual processes for streamlining collaborative agreements, projects, and other such partner engagements, by interfacing with appropriate business and legal representatives from current and future CQE members and partner institutions
Manages and helps develop streamlined protocols for collaborative projects, and strategic initiatives with current and prospective partners
Uses best practices and a moderate/high level of knowledge of business software tools to create and maintain reports, leveraging and maintaining multiple databases
Organizes engagement opportunities between CQE and partners, including virtual and in-person meetings, and workshops. Plans, organizes, and oversees logistics for meetings, workshops, or other engagements. Helps develop background materials, briefings, summaries, and follow-up action items
Monitors execution of program operations, ensures that partners adhere to contractual commitments, manages requests for support, and develops materials to assist leadership with partner relations
Researches and compiles information on quantum relevant efforts and trends in industry sectors, companies, regional activities and key players to inform strategy for engagement with potential and existing partners
Works with others to manage requests for support, prepare required reports, and develop and implement ways to promote, cultivate, and steward foundation activities across campus. Defines and coordinates opportunities for inclusion of foundation representatives in campus activities and special programs, both as cultivation for new grants and as stewardship for existing grants
Meets with prospects through personal visits, phone contact, and by promoting program benefits. Helps in developing proposals and raising gifts from corporate donors for all restricted corporate gifts, including identification of opportunities, composing solicitation letters, communication with the prospects, and supervision of the gift acknowledgment process
Performs other related work as needed
Preferred
Background in business development, customer relationship management, program management, or technology commercialization
Familiarity or experience with collaboration management, including NDAs, industry-sponsored research, conflict resolution, leadership engagement, customer engagement, contracts, and intellectual property
Proficiency with content management systems such as Salesforce
Familiarity with project management, in academic or economic development settings
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Demonstrated leadership, time management skills, proactive approach to problem-solving, and the organization and coordination skills to handle multiple concurrent tasks with deadlines
Excellent interpersonal skills including outstanding judgment, discretion, strong ethical approach to decision-making, demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts fairly and diplomatically, and maintain confidentiality
Excellent writing, editing, interviewing, and creative problem-solving skills
High levels of collegiality in working with faculty, departmental, and university colleagues
Work independently, take direction, and achieve consensus
Edit and proofread documents at an advanced level
Handle public contacts with courtesy, clarity, and diplomacy
Benefits
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
Company
University of Chicago
One of the world’s great intellectual destinations, the University of Chicago empowers scholars and students to ask tough questions, cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge conventional thinking to enrich human life around the globe.
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