Posting DetailsPosting Details
Posting Number S07173P
Position Title Director - UTDSolv (JSOM)
Functional Title Director of Industry Projects - UTDSolv
Department Management
Salary Range $80,000, DOQ
Pay Basis Monthly
Position Status Regular full-time
Location Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)Posting Open Date 08/04/2026
Posting Close DateOpen Until Filled No
Desired Start Date 09/07/2026
Job Summary The
Director of Industry Projects plays a pivotal leadership role in advancing the mission of
UTDSolv at the UT Dallas Jindal School of Management by developing, managing, and scaling a dynamic portfolio of industry-sponsored projects that deliver meaningful, high-impact experiential learning opportunities for students. This role serves as the primary liaison between UTDSolv and industry organizations to identify, scope, and secure applied projects that align with academic objectives and workforce needs.
The Director oversees the full project lifecycle-from project sourcing and scoping through execution, assessment, and reporting-while ensuring positive outcomes for students, faculty, and industry partners. This position is responsible for maintaining a robust project pipeline, managing project quality, monitoring student performance, and measuring the impact of UTDSolv initiatives.
Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related progressive experience.
Preferred Education and Experience Preferred Education and ExperienceMaster's degree & 5+ yrs relevant professional experience
Other Qualifications To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesIndustry Project Development, Portfolio, and Lifecycle Management- Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of industry-sponsored projects that support experiential learning across UT Dallas.
- Identify, cultivate, and secure projects from corporations, startups, nonprofit organizations, and community partners. Manage a portfolio of at least 50 unique industry-sponsored projects per semester.
- Serve as the primary liaison between UTDsolv and external stakeholders, representing the program at networking events, conferences, corporate meetings, and community engagements.
- Collaborate with academic units and university leadership to expand interdisciplinary project opportunities.
- Work directly with organizations to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and expected outcomes.
- Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and meet stakeholder expectations.
- Coordinate with faculty, students, and industry sponsors to support successful project execution and delivery.
- Support the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and ongoing engagement of faculty and industry professionals participating in the UTDsolv Capstone course. May also teach one or more sections of the UTDsolve Capstone course as needed.
- Oversee the scheduling and staffing of the courses, ensuring adequate course offerings to support enrollment demand and adequate faculty resources.
- Evaluate project outcomes and stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement and maximize program impact.
- Foster an environment that promotes professional development, teamwork, problem-solving, and client engagement.
Assessment and Outcomes Measurement- Develop and implement metrics to evaluate project success, student learning outcomes, and industry impact.
- Measure and assess project outcomes against established goals and performance indicators.
- Collect and analyze feedback from students, faculty, and industry sponsors.
- Prepare reports and dashboards that communicate project performance, student impact, and program effectiveness.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and program enhancement.
Other Duties as AssignedPhysical Demands and Working ConditionsPhysical ActivitiesWorking ConditionsAdditional Information Work Notice:
Work will be performed on-site and in person.What We Can OfferUT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
- Competitive Salary
- Tuition Benefits
- BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
- AD&D Insurance
- Dental & Vision Plan Options
- Long and short-term disability
- TRS Retirement Plan
- Fertility Benefits
- Paid time off
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
Visit
https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
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