ATDC Entrepreneur-In-Residence Continuous

Job Summary

Serving within the Research Faculty of the Institute, this position directly supports the extension, service, and economic development missions of Georgia Tech to the State of Georgia and beyond. The role primarily provides entrepreneurial incubation and acceleration services to ATDC (Advanced Technology Development Center) member companies in strategic areas that foster development and encourage growth. Georgia Tech EIRs (Entrepreneur‑In‑Residence) are seasoned entrepreneurs and/or angel investors with successful business backgrounds, helping guide ATDC companies through high‑growth/funding stages.

Incumbents must possess recent early‑stage startup experience serving in a leadership role as a founder, CEO, CFO, etc. The position is posted continuously to recruit multiple candidates and is available for both part‑time and full‑time status. ATDC seeks candidates with a variety of startup skill sets (e.g., Cybersecurity, Fin Tech, Health Technology, Internet of Things, Life Sciences, etc.).

• Evaluate and assess business potential of ATDC applicant companies and provide recommendations for membership when appropriate.
• Cultivate and advise member companies in strategic areas that foster development and encourage growth of assigned technology startups.
• Educate and provide guidance in appropriate business development and operational areas that support development and growth.
• Manage and cultivate relationships with investors and technology leaders to promote market outreach and business development.
• Develop and support the delivery of entrepreneurial programs and events to promote business development and growth among member companies and applicants.
• Identify and/or develop resources to cultivate and assist member companies and applicants.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

This position vacancy is an open‑rank announcement. Final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty ranks as outlined in the Georgia Institute of Technology Faculty Handbook.

• Extension Professional I
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field.
• Extension Professional II
  • A Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field and three (3) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of that degree, or
  • A Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field and five (5) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor’s degree, or
  • A Doctoral degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field.
• Sr. Extension Professional
  • A Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field and seven (7) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of that degree, or
  • A Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field and nine (9) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor’s degree, or
  • A Doctoral degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field and four (4) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor’s degree.

• Preferred Education: MBA and/or Master’s degree in related/relevant field.
• Preferred
  
  Work Experience:
  
  10+ years job‑related work experience.
• Preferred
  
  Skills:
  
  Applicants must possess recent experience as a founder of a technology startup or early‑stage startup; leadership experience managing a technology company; or leadership/supporting role in securing multiple rounds of financing (angel or venture). Additional required skills include the ability to analyze, evaluate, and assess complex information; coaching and consulting experience; and the ability to use independent judgment and communicate effectively.

• Retirement plan (Teacher Retirement Plan or Optional…