Executive Director - Jordan Valley Innovation Center (JVIC)

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

Edtech.com's Summary

Missouri State University is hiring an Executive Director for the Jordan Valley Innovation Center (JVIC). This role manages all operational aspects of JVIC, including financial oversight, research administration, affiliate and tenant relations, training programs, and strategic business development to advance technology research and regional industry competitiveness.

Highlights

Oversee financial management, budgeting, and grants administration.
Manage research program compliance and tenant/affiliate relations.
Lead strategic business development and training initiatives.
Develop and maintain partnerships with industry, community, and government stakeholders.
Coordinate with university academic administrators to promote research and internships.
Required skills include effective communication, organizational, and supervisory capabilities.
Minimum qualifications: bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or applied science; master’s preferred.
Minimum five years of progressive management experience, including federal grants and contracts knowledge.
Position demands evening, weekend work, occasional travel, and a valid driver’s license.
Salary commensurate with experience; exempt full-time appointment.