University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee · 12 hours ago
Lec Program Manager
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$55K/yr - $70K/yr
1+ years expThe University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin's second-largest university, recognized for its dual mission of access and research. The LEC Program Manager plays a key role in designing and executing innovative programs at the Lubar Entrepreneurship Center, overseeing strategic development, internal operations, and fostering relationships with various stakeholders to enhance the entrepreneurial culture at UWM.
EdTechEducationHigher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Creates functional plans, relationships, and connections that are instrumental in transforming the campus culture, improving access to resources and shepherding innovations and projects toward commercialization
Forms and manages networks of people and other resources to support campus leaders with policy and strategy development and to support innovators and entrepreneurs who are being helped and mentored
Assists campus leaders and affiliated organizations in the development of strategies that further innovation and commercialization success in their specific segment
Provides instruction, coaching, inspiration, and subject matter expertise to faculty, staff, and students on a variety of topics including technology management, value proposition, and business model development, team formation, funding, and governance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science or equivalent
At least one year of relevant work experience in academic environment
Preferred
Master of Science or equivalent
Three years of relevant work experience in academic environment
Experience developing academic programs or curriculum
Experience managing operations in large organizations
Fundraising experience
Company
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Recognized as one of the nation’s 131 top research universities, UW-Milwaukee provides a world-class education to 27,500 students from 91 countries on a budget of $689 million.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$13MKey Investors
The National Endowment for the ArtsWisconsin Economic Development
2022-01-17Grant
2019-11-06Grant· $10M
2019-08-15Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
Beth Schaefer
Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CIO
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