Location: Vestal, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Wed May 1 2024 Job Description:

Binghamton University is leading the New Energy New York (NENY) initiative, coordinating a diverse cross-sector coalition, to build a leading battery and energy storage innovation ecosystem in upstate New York. Binghamton-led NENY has been selected as one of the 10 U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engine: Upstate New York Energy Storage Engine), with funding of up to $160M to advance three key pillars, use-inspired research and development (R&D), technology translation, and workforce development, in the battery and energy storage field.

Binghamton University is seeking a Technology Translation Program Manager to support the implementation of component programs under the technology translation pillar. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing relevant grant and funding opportunity administration, facilitating activities and programs focused on startup and technology translation support, promoting academia/industry/government interactions, synergizing existing programs, and broadening participation for an inclusive ecosystem.

Responsibilities:

• Work with Engine leadership to develop and deploy strategic and implementation plans for Engine programs supporting technology translation and startup support efforts at Engine partner universities and industry partners.

• Manage relevant Engine funding opportunities, including the solicitation of proposals through Request for Proposals (RFPs), as well as post-award process for Engine grant awardees, including grant administration, grantee communications, and data collection.

• Manage implementation of Engine technology translation and startup support programs, such as Startup Sprints.

• Facilitate partnerships between researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry to accelerate technology transfer.

• Develop strong, competency-based relationships with the campus community, as well as with external Engine partners in the public and private sectors, to support technology translation pillar programs.

• Connect, network, and synergize existing NENY and technology translation and commercialization programs at Binghamton and partner universities, expanding Engine programs; reach and impact.

• Represent the Engine, NENY initiative, and programs at relevant regional and national conferences and stakeholder events.

• Coordinate with Engine leadership and relevant internal and external partners to foster initiatives to broaden participation in technology translation and entrepreneurship efforts.

• Work with Engine leadership and relevant partners to support the establishment of the NENY investment fund and related investment activities.

• Support budget management related to technology translation pillar activities.

• Support relevant metrics collection and reporting related to the technology translation pillar, including preparing summaries for stakeholder presentations and reports based on funding agency requirements.

  Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, preferably related to energy storage or materials science.

• 3+ years of proven experience in program management.

• Experience with grant administration and funding processes.

• Strong understanding of the technology development lifecycle and industry trends.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong written skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, video conferencing platforms, and various database, project management, or CRM platforms.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a STEM field, preferably related to energy storage or materials science.

• Experience with programs and practices related to broadening participation in STEM.

• Experience with programs related to technology commercialization, technology transfer, customer discovery (e.g., NSF I-Corps), or startup support.

  Additional Information:

Salary: $85,000 - $90,000 Annually

Employee Benefits: The Research Foundation for the State University of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package (https://benefits.rfsuny.org/) that is a valuable part of total compensation. This includes medical, dental, vision, dependent care subsidy and other benefits such as SUNY Tuition Assistance. Furthermore, our 10 Perks of Working at the RF (https://www.rfsuny.org/about-us/careers/) provides an at-a-glance view of our top benefits that make us a great place to work.

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