Director of Corporate Partnerships About the Company Premier research-focused private university. Industry Higher Education Type Educational Institution Founded 1853 Employees 10,001+ Categories E-Learning EBooks Education Higher Education Colleges and Universities Washington University Specialties Teaching Research Entrepreneurship Higher Education Medicine Engineering Law Global Health Service to Society About the Role The university is excited to welcome a new Director of Corporate Partnerships to join our University Advancement team. In this vital role, you will be at the forefront of creating impactful and collaborative partnerships with corporate organizations to enhance research initiatives, sponsorships, student opportunities, internships, and philanthropic contributions. Lead the establishment of a university-wide Corporate Coordinating Committee while also gathering and sharing significant metrics to assess the success of corporate engagements. Furthermore, you will undertake unique projects aimed at advancing our corporate engagement goals. As a trusted resource and partner, your focus will be on fostering continuous improvement and ensuring seamless cooperation across various academic schools and departments with our corporate allies. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and possess a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. Preference will be given to those who hold a Master's or terminal degree and have a demonstrated successful history in university-industry relations. This role demands exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, along with the ability to build positive relationships and adeptly navigate complex organizational structures. You should be a strategic thinker, detail-oriented, and a dedicated team player with a strong problem-solving capability and a curious mindset. Supervisory experience, as well as a background in a large regional or national organization or within the higher education sector, is highly desirable. Hiring Manager Title Assistant Vice Chancellor for Corporate and Foundation Relations Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Education/Academic Administration Non-Profit Management