Executive Director - Virginia Digital Maritime Center

🇺🇸 Suffolk, VA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Other 🗓️ February 5th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Old Dominion University is hiring an Executive Director for the Virginia Digital Maritime Center. The role involves leading applied maritime research, workforce development, and economic growth initiatives, while developing strategic partnerships and managing funding to advance maritime innovation in Virginia.

Highlights

Lead the Virginia Digital Maritime Center’s growth in digital maritime research, workforce, and economic development.
Develop and execute strategic goals related to research vision, funding, and outreach.
Cultivate partnerships with naval, commercial maritime stakeholders, academia, and government agencies.
Promote VDMC's research and reputation through various forums and collaborations.
Manage operational, financial, and administrative functions of the center.
Identify commercialization opportunities for maritime-related intellectual property.
Engage university faculty across disciplines to foster research development and funding proposals.
Collaborate with academic leadership to design and promote maritime-related academic and workforce programs.
Required qualifications: Master's degree in STEM, economics, or related field; 20 years of leadership experience; proven maritime technical expertise; ability to obtain US security clearance.
Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. or senior executive experience, substantial leadership in government or maritime industry, and strong track record in research funding and mentorship.