Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Industry & Business Liaison (Office of Research)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 57765
Department

Business & Industry Solutions within the Office of Research seeks to fill the Senior Industry & Business Liaison position.

Responsibilities

This position creates and manages a portfolio of potential and existing industry partners with an emphasis on creating industry sponsored research partnerships utilizing the unique intellectual property and facilities at FSU, including orchestrating meetings between FSU administrators, research faculty/staff and potential industry partners; and, with support of the licensing managers, conveying the research capacity of FSU including facilities and expertise.

Works closely with Deans, Department Chairs, and most importantly with research faculty/staff to match the expertise and facilities at FSU with the needs of industry to create industry sponsored research opportunities; including educating Colleges, Departments, and researchers on interactions with industry including differences in education and industry objectives and how the objectives of industry and education can coincide, as well as managing expectations of both industry partners and FSU researchers and administrative personnel regarding parameters and expectations of industry FSU interactions.

Advises Colleges and Departments regarding opportunities for industry relationships and conducting interactions with industry.

Promotes industry academic/educational interactions such as student internships and employment opportunities and faculty/staff exchanges with industry. And works with industry and business leaders to advance FSU's research interests.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and six years of experience in a related advancement services field, such as corporate engagement or intellectual property; or a high school diploma or equivalent and ten years of related experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to ten years.)

Contact Info

Cassidy Cooksey at ccooksey@fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!



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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.


Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

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