Research Business Engagement Director - 527826

🇺🇸 Tuscaloosa, AL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $74K - $100K

💻 Communications

🗓️ October 24th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Alabama is hiring a Research Business Engagement Director to advise the Vice President for Research & Economic Development on business engagement and communication strategies. The role focuses on driving initiatives that raise the university’s research visibility, especially in High Performance Computing and the Alabama Cyber Institute, while fostering corporate partnerships and coordinating sponsored research opportunities.

Highlights

Advise VPRED on business engagement, communication, and strategic initiatives related to research and economic development.
Facilitate interaction between the VPRED and external partners to identify and coordinate sponsored research opportunities.
Plan and execute high-profile visits from government officials, industry executives, and dignitaries.
Collaborate with senior university leaders, state and federal agencies, and global partners to showcase research strengths.
Drive UA’s reputation as a hub of innovation and economic development for Alabama and beyond.
Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree with four years of experience or a master's degree with two years of experience.
Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree (Master’s, JD, or PhD) and experience at an R1 research university or similar government/industry setting.
Skills needed: expertise in event planning, strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication abilities, and experience working with diverse stakeholders at various levels.
Salary range: $74,200 minimum to $100,200 midpoint (Salaried E12).
Position is within the VP Research department, managing over $600 million in contracts and awards.