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Entrepreneur-in-Residence
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29067628 | 5% Part Time | 8AM - 5PM | $78,700 - $145,100 |
Position Information
In support of the Office of Technology Partnerships and the Small Business Development Center, the Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) will support the University's efforts to encourage technology commercialization and creation of startups. The incumbent will serve as a coach and mentor in key start up activities related to team formation, marketing strategies, business development and fundraising, and support the overall commercialization efforts of the University. The EIR will provide guidance on how to apply to related Technology Partnership programs; play a support role in vetting and evaluating companies seeking resources through Technology Partnership programs; advise the Office of Technology Commercialization and Associate Vice Chancellor, Technology Partnerships on approaches to structure and fund UCR startup companies in related areas; assist early stage companies and teams in developing commercialization strategies and provide expert advice on industry-university strategic partnerships; and serve as a coach and mentor in key start up activities related to team formation, marketing strategies, business development and fundraising in support of the overall commercialization efforts of the University.
This recruitment is for multiple openings. Offer will be one-year contract positions, with renewal contingent upon continued funding. The rate of pay for this position is $65.63/hour. Appointment percentages will vary, ranging from 5% up to 42.5% depending on the successful candidate's availability and the departmental need in their respective areas of expertise. Candidates must possess experience in at least one of the preferred areas listed.
Some aspects of this role may be performed remotely.
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment. **
This recruitment is for multiple openings. Offer will be one-year contract positions, with renewal contingent upon continued funding. The rate of pay for this position is $65.63/hour. Appointment percentages will vary, ranging from 5% up to 42.5% depending on the successful candidate's availability and the departmental need in their respective areas of expertise. Candidates must possess experience in at least one of the preferred areas listed.
Some aspects of this role may be performed remotely.
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment. **
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Advanced degree in a related area. | Preferred |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience mentoring start up companies on topics related to HR, including Leadership and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). | Preferred |
| Experience mentoring start up companies related to small business leadership and/or small business finance. | Preferred |
| Experience in one or more of the following fields: Software-as-a-Service, SBIR/STTR submissions, transportation and logistics, healthcare disparities, materials science, data analytics, quantum computing, agriculture operations, animal health, clean natural resources, or energy. | Preferred |
| Experience communicating in Spanish in a professional and/or academic environment. | Preferred |
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Travel for client and team meetings - infrequent | Required |
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours - infrequent | Required |
| Travel for conferences and business meetings - infrequent | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in the Microsoft Suite. Effectively uses Industry Alliance's application programs.
Ability to work with a diverse group at all levels of the organization including faculty, staff, students and industry partners. Strong sense of ethical conduct that will inspire confidence and motivation.
Ability to break down complex concepts and communicate them in an understandable way.
Strong communication skills; includes active listening and critical thinking. Highly developed political acumen skills and social perceptiveness. Skilled business development tactics to persuade and influence.
Ability to work with a diverse group at all levels of the organization including faculty, staff, students and industry partners. Strong sense of ethical conduct that will inspire confidence and motivation.
Ability to break down complex concepts and communicate them in an understandable way.
Strong communication skills; includes active listening and critical thinking. Highly developed political acumen skills and social perceptiveness. Skilled business development tactics to persuade and influence.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual abilities in Spanish in a professional and/or academic setting.
Broad knowledge about University and industry research pertaining to specific industry alliance program.
Productive in work volume, speed, quality and consistency. Ability to see projects through to completion on deadline and satisfy industry partner and University goals.
Broad knowledge about University and industry research pertaining to specific industry alliance program.
Productive in work volume, speed, quality and consistency. Ability to see projects through to completion on deadline and satisfy industry partner and University goals.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview