University of Massachusetts Amherst · 1 month ago
Director of INNOVATE Program (Lecturer - Innovation & Entrepreneurship)
Amherst, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$106K/yr - $115K/yrThe University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access and fuel innovation. They are inviting applications for a non-tenure-track faculty position to serve as Director of the INNOVATE Certificate Programs in Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Creativity, providing academic and administrative leadership for the program.
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Responsibilities
Direct and manage the Undergraduate and Graduate INNOVATE Certificate Programs, including curriculum development, assessment, and coordination among participating colleges
Teach introductory and advanced courses in innovation and entrepreneurship, including capstone and launchpad experiences, across on-campus and online modalities
Recruit, advise, and mentor students in the program, cultivating an inclusive learning community
Collaborate with UMass Makerspace, campus partners, industry, and alumni to expand experiential learning opportunities
Support diversity, equity, and inclusion through mentoring, community-building, and accessible innovation pathways
Contribute to the development of curricular offerings and initiatives in Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Creativity
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in innovation, entrepreneurship or a closely related field
Demonstrated professional or academic experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, or experiential education
Record of effective teaching and student mentorship
Strong organizational and communication skills
Preferred
Doctorate or equivalent terminal degree in a related field
Experience directing or developing academic programs or certificate initiatives
Evidence of successful partnerships with industry or entrepreneurial organizations
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and student engagement
Company
University of Massachusetts Amherst
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs.
Founded in 1863
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$137.34MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyThe Howard Hughes Medical Institute
2024-09-18Grant· $7.9M
2024-07-16Grant· $6.37M
2023-11-16Grant· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Christopher Salthouse
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Alejandro Reuss
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