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Texas A&M University lists this Director, Research Development opportunity in bryan, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director, Research Development Agency
Job Location: Bryan, Texas | Job Type: Staff
Job Description Summary
The Director of Research Development for the Texas A&M Center for Applied Communications and Networks (CACN) provides leadership for the development of research and business opportunities. As a member of the center’s leadership team, this position helps execute the center’s research and business activities, strategic planning, development, and program administration.
Responsibilities
Lead development of strategic relationships with potential research sponsors, partners, vendors, and commercial customers.
Monitor solicitations (RFIs, RFPs, etc.) and lead preparation of research and commercial proposals, including solution narratives, statements of work, budgets, and schedules.
Serve as PI, Co‑PI, or collaborator on research and commercial projects as appropriate.
Perform outreach, including presentations and speaking engagements at conferences, authoring publications, and supporting marketing efforts.
Serve as liaison with academic and non‑academic units of the University as assigned.
Represent the center to state and federal agencies, private organizations, partners, collaborators, and industry groups.
Advise the university community on matters related to center operations.
Stay abreast of technical developments related to the center’s work.
Participate in training and professional development sessions.
Publish articles in trade and professional journals.
Supervise proposal development personnel and lead collaborative teams for research proposals.
Develop technical requirements and system designs for conducting research.
Lead interaction with sponsors, collaborators, and contractors on projects.
Conduct research, execute deliverables, and produce required reports and artifacts.
Represent the center at conferences and industry associations.
Serve on national and international standards committees and federal advisory boards as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
Seven years of experience in research, design, operations, or business development for communications systems and networks, including five years of management experience.
Significant experience developing projects for government agencies and/or commercial business, including writing winning proposals and conducting contract work.
Registration, Certifications, and Licenses
U.S. passport and willingness to perform domestic and international travel.
Willingness and eligibility to obtain at least a Secret‑level U.S. security clearance.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Strong client relations, requirement assessment, and statement of work creation.
Proficiency with MS Office suite for proposal and documentation development.
Deep understanding of complex network systems, including voice, data, and video, and cybersecurity.
Ability to multi‑task and collaborate in complex, multi‑agency environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s or Ph.D. in engineering, computer science, or a related field.
Other Requirements
Security‑sensitive position restricted to U.S. citizens.
Employment contingent upon criminal history investigation and verification of credentials.
Equal Opportunity Statement
This position is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
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Worksite address
bryan, TX, 77808, US
Who can apply
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