Apply now
Job no: 495357
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: Downtown Pensacola
Categories: Staff, SBDC
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 1-850-474-2694 (voice) or 1-850-857-6158 (TTY). E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.
Please review job requirements carefully. Failure to submit all pieces of the application may result in disqualification. Applications are accepted on the University of West Florida career site: https://careers.uwf.edu. For assistance contact UWF Human Resources at 850-474-2694 or jobs@uwf.edu.
Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.
Position Number: | 127250 |
Position Title (Classification Title): | Assistant Director 127250 |
Working Title: | Tech Transition and Commercialization Specialist |
Job Summary: | The Technology Transition and Commercialization Specialist, a member of the Florida APEX Accelerator, will play a pivotal role in supporting activities to facilitate the transition of innovative technologies from federal labs, universities, research institutions into the commercial marketplace and introducing novel technologies into the Department of Defense and other government agencies. This collaborative position, jointly hosted by Florida APEX Accelerator, Florida SBDC, and DEFENSEWERX, aims to provide support to Florida small businesses and startups in harnessing the potential of advanced research and development efforts and assisting in activities to connect them with federal agencies, innovation hubs, and other entities within the innovation ecosystem. |
Department | SBDC-State Director's Office |
FLSA: | Exempt |
Minimum Qualifications: | Masters degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience: or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience. |
Position Qualifications: | Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (engineering, business, technology management, etc.); Demonstrated experience in technology transfer, commercialization, or related roles with four years of appropriate experience. Strong understanding of federal research and development landscape, federal agencies, and innovation ecosystems. |
Preferred Qualifications | Master's degree preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for building relationships and facilitating collaborations. Business acumen and understanding of startup dynamics and challenges. Ability to work collaboratively across multiple organizations and sectors. Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to evolving situations. |
Essential Functions / Job Duties: |
|
Physical Demands: |
|
Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job: |
This position requires fingerprinting. This position requires a criminal background screen. This position requires a valid driver's license. |
Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Work Hours | 8:00 am to 4:30 pm |
FTE | 1.0 |
Salary Range | $65,000 - $70,000 |
Pay Basis | Annually |
Preferred Response Date: | 3/29/2024 |
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references. References will be contacted upon submission of this application. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850-474-2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu. |
Advertised:
Applications close:
11000 University Parkway
Building 20E, Room 117
Pensacola, FL 32514
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.