Texas A&M AgriLife Research
agriculture
AssociateProgramDirector
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“Associate Program Director at Texas A&M AgriLife Research. Skills: program management, industry engagement, innovation ecosystem development. Assist in developing program objectives. Enhance program objectives”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure programs meet or exceed established goals and standards
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills; analytical skills
Occasional travel to support stakeholder engagement and program activities, security-sensitive, criminal history investigation, nonimmigrant sponsorship may be required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience, Eight (8) years of related experience in program management, industry engagement, innovation ecosystem development to include start-up and venture capital strategy, Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications, Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others, Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills, leadership and supervisory skills, Ability to build relationships with corporate leaders, researchers, and stakeholders, project management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
Nice to Have
Advanced degree in agriculture, engineering, business, or related discipline, Experience in agricultural innovation, AgTech, or applied research environments, Experience with industry-sponsored research and proposal development
What You'll Do.
Assist in developing program objectives
Enhance program objectives
Deliver program objectives
Lead strategic roadmap development
Identify emerging trends
Utilize assessments and metrics
Supervise assigned staff
Develop industry partners
Manage industry partners
Coordinate strategy discussions
Expand partner participation
Represent programs externally
Assist in securing program funding
Support research proposal development
Provide strategic guidance
Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration
Support event planning
Support event execution
Develop communications materials
Enhance program visibility
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work cooperatively with others; Build relationships with corporate leaders, researchers, and stakeholders; Works in close collaboration with departments, faculty, and external stakeholders; Builds and supports a network of partners; Facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration
Communication Scope
Excellent written communication; interpersonal skills
Process & Methodology
project management, prioritization, problem-solving skills
Full Job Description
**Job Title** Associate Program Director **Agency** Texas A&M Agrilife Research **Department** Research Director Staff **Proposed Minimum Salary** Commensurate **Job Location** College Station, Texas **Job Type** Staff **Job Description** **About Texas A &M AgriLife** Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: * [Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service](https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/) * [Texas A&M AgriLife Research](https://agriliferesearch.tamu.edu/) * [College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University](https://aglifesciences.tamu.edu/) * [Texas A&M Forest Service](https://tfsweb.tamu.edu/) * [Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory](https://tvmdl.tamu.edu/) As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click [**here**](https://agrilife.tamu.edu/) to learn more about joining AgriLife! **Position Information** **Job Summary:** The Associate Program Director, under general direction, assists in the development and implementation of assigned programs, with expanded leadership responsibility for corporate engagement, research development, and innovation programming within the Corporate Engagement and Research Support (CERS) office. This position provides strategic leadership for the AgriTech Innovation Hub at McGregor, including the development and execution of a comprehensive roadmap to align institutional research capabilities with industry needs, foster partnerships, and accelerate applied agricultural innovation. **Responsibilities:** **Program Development and Strategic Leadership** * Assists in developing, enhan
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