Syracuse University

Director of Strategic Partnerships

Syracuse University$100K — $113K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
  • 5+ years of experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, or economic development.
  • Desirable experience working within a university environment.
  • Marketing and outreach experience to the business sector is a plus.
  • Experience in semiconductor manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the initial contact for semiconductor businesses to access University resources.
  • Facilitate connections between businesses and research labs, expertise, and equipment.
  • Administer the innovation voucher program for businesses in semiconductor technology.
  • Assist businesses in utilizing C3 facilities for semiconductor development and testing.
  • Maintain an inventory of facilities and innovation expertise in the I-Corridor.
  • Contribute to a portal that provides unified access to available resources.
  • Develop programming to promote knowledge sharing and track facility usage impacts.
  • Report on engagement activities and support Tech Hub events and outreach.

Benefits

  • Engagement in vibrant campus culture and academic environment.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.
  • Access to a collaborative network of businesses and educational resources.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job #
042732

Department Code
20305-6015

Department
C.A.S.E Center

Job Title
Director of Strategic Partnerships

Location
Syracuse, NY

Campus
Syracuse, NY

Commitment to On-Campus Experience

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range
$100,000 - $113,300

Pay Determination

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate's education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university's strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

Staff Level
S6

FLSA Status
Exempt

Hours

Standard University business hours

8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type
Full-time

Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to support the NY SMART I-Corridor National Tech Hub through its Commercialization and Collaboration Center (C3). The job will be to assist in the creation of an innovation asset/expertise engagement network, a knowledge/IP collaboration architecture, and a formal community of practice. The innovation concierge will assist local businesses in accessing physical (e.g., equipment, facilities, labs) and intellectual assets (e.g., research and development expertise) across the I-Corridor. The innovation concierge will help to administer the innovation voucher program that will offset the costs of using C3 physical and intellectual assets for small to medium sized businesses commercializing new technologies.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor`s degree in STEM.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as it relates to an entrepreneurship, innovation or economic development environment.
  • Experience working with or within and university environment is desirable.
  • Marketing and outreach experience to the business community is desirable.
  • Previous experience in the semiconductor manufacturing industry is desirable.


Skills and Knowledge
  • Strong management skills, strong ability to build relationships with all levels of people ranging from students to senior level management, motivation skills, familiarity with product and project management software, mar-com expertise.


Responsibilities
  • Serve as a front door point of contact for semiconductor-relevant businesses to utilize University assets as well as partner with other approved service providers across the Tech Hub and in the region.
  • Facilitate connections between businesses and partner resources, including research groups, labs, and equipment.
  • Administer innovation voucher program for semiconductor-relevant businesses to broaden access to facilities for development, prototyping and testing of semiconductor technologies.
  • Assist businesses in navigating and utilizing C3 facilities for the development, prototyping, and testing of semiconductor technologies.
  • Develop and maintain an inventory of semiconductor-relevant facilities (e.g., cleanrooms, prototyping equipment, semiconductor-relevant facilities and labs, etc.) and innovation expertise (e.g., research groups, academics, patents, etc.) across the I- Corridor.
  • Contribute partner-specific information on the online portal that will serve as a unified entry point for businesses to access these assets.
  • Develop programming that will inform a common innovation agenda, knowledge sharing (e.g., periodical whitepapers, funding opportunities), and track the utilization of Tech Hub facilities and the impact of innovation vouchers on business development.
  • Provide regular reports on engagement activities and outcomes to program leadership.
  • Support the delivery of regular conferences and events across the I-Corridor.
  • Conduct outreach activities to raise awareness of the Tech Hubs resources and opportunities among local businesses.


Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.

Quick Link
https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/112807

Job Posting Date
04/21/2026

Application Deadline

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Job Category
Staff

Message to Applicants

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private research university located in Syracuse, New York. It was founded in 1870 and has since grown to become one of the largest universities in the United States. Syracuse University offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in a wide range of fields including business, engineering, law, and the arts. The university is known for its strong programs in communications, architecture, and social sciences. Syracuse University is committed to providing students with a high-quality education that prepares them for success in their chosen careers.
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