ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position with the Research Foundation at the University at Albany:

Budget Title:	Project Staff Assistant
Descriptive Title:	Technical Programs Business Manager	Posting No.R08-50
Department:	College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE)
Salary Range:	DOE	Grade: E.99

FUNCTION & SCOPE:

The Research Foundation of SUNY, a private, not-for-profit organization managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany, seeks applicants for the position of Technical Programs Business Manager reporting to the Executive Director of the Center of Sustainable EcoSystem Nanotechnologies.

DESCRIPTION of JOB DUTIES: The Center for Sustainable EcoSystem Nanotechnologies (CSEN), within the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE), is chartered to provide capabilities and expertise to accelerate the path to commercialization for next-generation sustainable ecosystem nanotechnologies. It will do this by conducting programs which conduct critical design and analysis, pilot prototyping, and proof of concept to enable advanced systems and structures for integration within a host of renewable energy technologies, including fuel cells, solar energy, hydrogen, biofuels, wind and hydropower, thereby advancing CNSE’s global educational, research, development, technology deployment and economic growth initiatives.

This position will be responsible for providing the day-to-day coordination of the Center’s activities, including, but not limited to: identifying and creating programs at the state, federal and international level that can provide sources of financial support; following up and maintaining contact with current and prospective members of the center, both nationally and internationally; assisting in the preparation and delivery of proposals for projects that provide financial support; technical financial support of sponsored awards programs; providing communications on center mission, vision and activities to outside organizations; organizing and coordinating symposia and other public events to foster awareness; creating and preparing presentations for external audiences; preparing reports and other forms of communications that provide feedback to stakeholders and foster excellent stakeholder relations; representing the Executive Director to stakeholders and organizations as required. Implementation of the Center’s priorities will require working in a team environment with faculty and staff supporting the initiation, development and on-going partnership relations for projects and programs with critical stakeholders, including corporate partners, national laboratories, government and economic development agencies, faculty and students. The position works closely with the faculty and staff within CNSE to ensure the CSEN activities and plans are managed and implemented in a coordinated fashion.

The successful candidate will play an enabling role in identifying, developing and maintaining business development initiatives for targeted industry applications, emerging technology drivers and evolving deployment platforms for use in sustainable systems. Emphasis is on implementation of multi-discipline, multi-dimensional programs targeting sustainable ecosystem applications. Candidates must address their ability to work with culturally diverse populations in their application materials.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate must have bachelor’s degree in business, economics or technical degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE or internationally recognized accrediting organization; excellent analytical and communication skills; must have experience in establishing partnerships and management of business relationships; a working knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet and database applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access), a minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience. The ideal candidate would be self directed, highly creative, and have experience in managing multiple assignments and ensuring the efficient and effective use of resources. The successful candidate will have strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills, as well as demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people across multiple disciplines. A key piece of this job is marketing, and the ideal candidate should be able to create basic documents and have knowledge of publishing software and html. Applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work with a culturally diverse population.

The ideal candidate would be self directed, highly creative, and have experience in managing multiple assignments and ensuring the efficient and effective use of resources. The successful candidate will have strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills, as well as demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people across multiple disciplines. A key piece of this job is marketing, and the ideal candidate should be able to create basic documents and have knowledge of publishing software and html. Applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work with and instruct a culturally diverse population.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s in Business Administration (MBA)

Special Notes:
Position contingent upon continued funding.

Persons interested in the above position should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references to:

	Rhonda Haines
	Search for Technical Programs Business Manager
Address:	College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering
	CESTM B203
	251 Fuller Road
	Albany, New York 12203

Closing date for receipt of applications: until position is filled

The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.