Job Description
URI Libraries is seeking a Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation; this position is responsible for developing and expanding multidisciplinary initiatives and programming that translate the student experience into real-world economic and social impact through Entrepreneurship and Innovation (E&I) initiatives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as coordinator for E&I projects at the URI Libraries' various technology labs, including the Makerspace, XR Lab, Launch Lab, and Design Thinking Lab.
Promote and advertise these opportunities campus-wide to students and faculty.
Work with faculty to develop workshops and courses to ensure best practices for guiding and mentoring students on E&I projects. Serve on university and local committees as appropriate.
Build connections across a regional network/ecosystem that translate URI's academic and research product into real world economic and social impact.
Organize and host events that showcase and celebrate student projects.
Manage, develop, and market the services of the University Libraries' technology labs including overseeing staff and student workers and volunteers.
Facilitate a collaborative environment among university Entrepreneurship and/or Innovation programs to ensure efforts are complementary and avoid duplication.
Work with URI Digital Commons to preserve student and faculty work.
Under the direction of the Library administration and the URI Foundation, seek external funds from individuals, foundations, and agencies to expand opportunities, including providing support for the continued advancement of selected projects with potential for commercialization or application.
Grow and manage mentors' program and provide faculty and industry mentor guidance.
As part of the University Libraries' planning, develop a strategic plan with outcome metrics for building an E&l ecosystem at URI that addresses programming, fundraising, engagement with URI faculty and students, alumni, and industry participants,
Create and leverage partnerships with external organizations and individuals to increase the reach, scope, and number of business connections to the URI community.
Working closely with colleges and faculty, manage the implementation and promotion of a URI-wide Entrepreneurship Certificate Program and department/college-based Entrepreneurship minors.
Enhance and extend URI's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts.
Additional Info & Requirements
For more information and to apply, please go to the following link: https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/1193