Job Title

UK Innovation Connect Manager

Requisition Number

RE35867

Working Title

UK Innovation Connect Manager (College of Medicine)

Department Name

40420:Office of Technology Commercialization

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

48

Salary Range

$61,693-101,795/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

MA

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Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time. Repetitive motion related to computer usage.

Shift

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hours/week)

Job Summary

UK Innovate is seeking a UK Innovation Connect Manager, to coordinate its innovation-based economic development initiatives and its UK Innovation Connect program for industry research and innovation partnering dedicated specifically to the College of Medicine (CoM). Reporting to the Executive Director for UK Innovation Connect, this position will be responsible for executing industry research partnering efforts for the UK College of Medicine, as a part of UK Innovate, the new innovation and entrepreneurship umbrella within University of Kentucky Research. The role will coordinate with local community, the state, and industry, as well as relevant CoM departments, to leverage and catalyze the innovation and research strengths and capabilities of the UK CoM. The position will interact with industry and related organizations to facilitate partnering opportunities with UK CoM’s world-class research. Build long-term and productive relationships with industry, including specific focus on partners and programs aligned with economic development missions and priority industries of the state.

With dedication to the College of Medicine, and informed through benchmarked research, this position will coordinate with UK’s Sponsored Programs Office, UK Legal, UK OTC, and other relevant units to develop, manage and streamline partnering frameworks, pricing structures, and agreements that enhance partnering opportunities for collaborative and community engaged research projects for CoM. This position will be responsible for shepherding and guiding CoM researchers and potential partners, as well as advising the UK Innovation Connect Executive Director, on economic development program and project opportunities that build value for CoM and UK Research, including building programs to support increased participation in collaborations with small businesses through SBIR and STTR.

The UKIC Manager will coordinate the building of new research consortia and community engagement opportunities that align with UK CoM research strengths, state economic development missions and priority industries. This role will coordinate closely with and support UK Innovate in conducting frequent education for CoM faculty, staff and students related to industry partnering best practices, innovative approaches to effectuate industry research collaborations, and to share related successes.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Preferred (not required) experience with business development, project management, industry relations, clinical trials, health product development, industry sponsored research, and partnerships .

Deadline to Apply

09/30/2022

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.