Executive Director - Jordan Valley Innovation Center (JVIC)

🇺🇸 Springfield, MO 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Other 🗓️ May 19th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Missouri State University is hiring an Executive Director for the Jordan Valley Innovation Center (JVIC). This role involves managing all operations of the JVIC, including financial management, research program administration, affiliate and tenant relations, training programs, and strategic business development while fostering partnerships with industry and academic entities to enhance regional technological competitiveness.

Highlights

Oversee operation of the Roy Blunt Jordan Valley Innovation Center, Center for Applied Science and Engineering, and Missouri NextFlex Node at JVIC.
Manage financial budgeting, research compliance, and program administration.
Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners, community leaders, and government officials to secure external funding.
Coordinate with university academic administrators to promote research projects, interdisciplinary programs, and internships.
Required skills include effective oral and written communication, organizational, and supervisory capabilities.
Minimum qualifications: bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or applied science; master’s preferred; five years of progressive management experience, including higher education or scientific research.
Knowledge of federal grant and contract regulations, compliance, and administration is mandatory.
Position designated as sensitive; includes occasional evening, weekend, and overnight travel; valid driver's license required.
Position is full-time, exempt, and pays a salary commensurate with experience.
Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the US without visa sponsorship.