Reporting to the Program Director, the Associate Director of Industry Outreach, Professional Development, and Alumni Engagement (Biotechnology Master's Program) plays an essential role in providing practical and meaningful opportunities for Biotechnology Master's students to develop and attain professional success. These opportunities include on- and off-site programming and the development and maintenance of relationships with potential employers, alumni, and other leaders in the Biotech/Biopharma/Life Science/etc. industry. The Associate Director of Industry Outreach, Professional Development, and Alumni Engagement is tasked with developing student and alumni co-op and job opportunities, through building strong partnerships, as well as expanding upon meaningful networks of alumni and employers to further this goal. The Associate Director also serves as the instructor of BIOL 2180, the co-op course, in which students reflect on their experience and share the evaluations from industry supervisors.
As part of its curriculum, the Biotechnology Master's Program offers students the opportunity to participate in a 6 month-long, full-time, paid internship at biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, device, and consulting companies. This immersive experience helps students explore different career paths and develop marketable skills and knowledge to take on competitive jobs post-graduation. Over the years, the program has placed students at over 25 industry partners and has forged close partnerships with both big pharma, small biotechnology, and consulting companies such as Pfizer, Amgen, Moderna, Arthur D Little, and Tessera. The program is looking to grow and deepen its partnerships with current and new companies.
Job Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Required: Master's Degree in a Biology related discipline
Required: 5-7 years of experience in the biotechnology/biopharmaceutical or relevant industry
Required: In-depth knowledge and experience about biotechnology/biopharmaceutical/device industry career opportunities at the local, state, and national level
And/or equivalent combination of education and experience
PhD and 5 years of experience in a relevant industry is highly desired
Required: In-depth knowledge and experience about biotech/biopharma/device industry career opportunities at the local, state, and national level
Experience building and maintaining relationships between organizations is a plus
Experience with higher education administration is a plus
Job Competencies
Ability to stay abreast of the Biotech Industry and form meaningful connections
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with an emphasis on a capacity to build relationships with students
Strong demonstrated ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and remain flexible as unforeseen needs arise.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and private information appropriately and professionally.
Possesses a willingness and ability to work with a diverse and inclusive campus community.
Knowledge of social media and networking platforms
Travel to conferences and institutions up to 4 times per year.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.
Recruiting Start Date:
2024-11-18
Job Posting Title:
Associate Director of Industry Outreach, Professional Development, and Alumni Engagement (Biotechnology Master's Program)
Department:
Office of Graduate Studies
Grade:
Grade 11
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid Eligible
Submission Guidelines:
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