Associate Vice President Economic Development and Innovation-Office of Bus Partnership&Econ Dev
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Management
Corporate Strategy -
Business
Corporate Strategy
Department:
Business Partnership & Economic Development - 04028
Locations:
Albany, NY
Posted:
Oct 7, 2026
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Full-time
.: WF260149
Position ID: 205587
About University at Albany:The University at Albany is a Carnegie-classified Research 1 institution driven by academic excellence, pioneering research and scientific discovery, and service to community. UAlbany's world-class faculty experts and approximately 17,500 students are creating new knowledge in fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductor engineering, atmospheric and environmental sciences, cybersecurity, public health, public administration and social welfare while deepening our understanding of our world through scholarship and creative activity in the social sciences and humanities.
As one of the most diverse public research institutions in the nation, the University is a national leader in public engagement, educational equity and social mobility. For over 180 years, UAlbany has molded bright, curious and engaged students and launched them toward success.
The University is convenient to Boston, New York City, and the Adirondacks.
The Associate Vice President for Economic Development & Innovation (AVP-EDI) serves as a senior leader within the Division for Research & Economic Development, responsible for advancing the University's innovation agenda, fostering strategic industry partnerships, expanding entrepreneurship and translational research programs, and strengthening UAlbany's regional and statewide economic development impact. The position will report to the Vice President for Research and Economic Development.
In addition, the AVP-EDI provides direct oversight of UAlbany's Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Management operations, supporting efficient handling of invention disclosures, patenting, licensing, startup formation, and commercialization pathways. The AVP-EDI ensures that research commercialization activities align with university strategy and are integrated with broader economic development initiatives, participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of policies and strategic initiatives affecting technology transfer and intellectual property, and advises senior leadership on related matters.
This position requires high-level judgment, strategic planning, cross-sector collaboration, and the ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities:- Strategic Leadership & Administration
- Provide senior-level leadership for the Office of Economic Development and Innovation.
- Develop and execute strategic initiatives that enhance UAlbany's impact in innovation, research translation, entrepreneurship, and regional economic development.
- Advise the Vice President for Research and Economic Development on strategic opportunities, institutional priorities, policy development, and resource allocation.
- Lead multi-year planning for innovation capacity-building, workforce development, entrepreneurship pipelines, and industry engagement.
- Establish policies and best practices aligned with SUNY, state, and federal regulations.
- Represent the Vice President for Research and Economic Development on university committees, regional boards, and statewide coalitions.
- Technology Transfer & Intellectual Property Management
- Lead the university's intellectual property strategy, including patenting, licensing, and IP portfolio development.
- Oversee invention disclosure review processes, patent decision-making, and commercialization readiness evaluations.
- Ensure efficient and compliant administration of MTAs, NDAs, licensing agreements, and other intellectual property-related contracts.
- Oversee licensing officers responsible for managing intellectual property assets and industry negotiations.
- Develop and monitor performance metrics related to licensing success, revenue generation, and startup creation.
- Build relationships with faculty innovators, research centers, and other stakeholders to promote invention disclosures and commercialization opportunities.
- Support the formation, growth, and sustainability of university-affiliated startup companies.
- Strengthen commercialization pathways by integrating technology transfer activities with entrepreneurship programs, accelerators, and industry partnerships.
- Provide strategic oversight of training, workshops, and individualized support services that…
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