Executive Director of the Institute of Microelectronics Education and Research (MER)
Company: Boise State University
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 29, 2023
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Job Description:
Boise State University seeks an Executive Director for the newly
formed Institute of Microelectronics Education and Research (MER).
The Executive Director will lead and coordinate university
strategic planning related to Microelectronics and help make Boise
State the premier University in our region for fostering a
pro-business environment for High-Tech industries. The Executive
Director will be tasked to work with federal and state agencies on
research and educational funding opportunities as well as
supporting partnerships with other universities, including regional
community colleges. To encourage strong industry partnerships, the
university envisions the MER Executive Director to be someone with
significant experience in the microelectronics industry and strong
relationship-building skills. This position will oversee
administrative and budget aspects of the Institute. An industrial
advisory board and Internal Steering Committee will support the
Executive Director and provide guidance to MER. The MER Executive
Director will report to the university--------s Provost.-- - About
the Institute Through an expansion of workforce development and
use-inspired research, the Institute will help tech industries
solve modern challenges and lead innovation in microelectronics.
MER has been created to enable engagement in a wide range of
opportunities across the campus. Boise State University--------s
interdisciplinary approach brings together engineering, science,
education, and business. The Institute will provide a central
location for university researchers and educators to pursue
relevant funding and to engage with industry, state, and federal
agencies in microelectronics and will also serve as a central point
of contact for external organizations to engage with the
university, provide input on their needs, and gain access to
students in desired disciplines. It will provide the mechanism to
align university resources with the needs of industry and
government agencies for the greatest impact. Required
Qualifications Bachelor--------s or higher degree with 10 years of
experience including 6 years of managerial experience Preferred
Qualifications Experience at a senior leadership level in the
microelectronics industry with particular emphasis in
semiconductors Experience leading teams and developing a vision in
the context of an inclusive culture Experience in leading the
development and implementation of a strategic plan Proven record of
success as an effective, transparent, and participatory
administrative leader with responsibility for decision making
Proven award record of federally-funded sponsored projects and
their implementation Relationship builder who engages external
constituencies and fosters collaborative relationships with diverse
communities and stakeholders Demonstrated success in collaborations
or partnerships with industry Exceptional written and oral
communication skills and interpersonal skills The ability to manage
complex budgets as well as prioritize resources in alignment with
strategic goals Ability to create collaborative relationships
across diverse academic disciplines Commitment to serving a diverse
population in the State of Idaho and closing equity gaps in
educational attainment and student success Relationships and
experience with semiconductor suppliers and consortia Collaborative
R&D experience between academic institutions and industry
Salary and Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience. Industry
VP-level compensation. Boise State University is committed to
offering a benefits package that provides health and financial
protection plans as well as resources to promote health and
well-being.-- - Our program provides flexibility so you can choose
the benefits that are right for you and your family.-- - Required
Application Materials: Please submit: Cover letter indicating your
interests and qualifications for this position Resume/CV that
includes employment history (including dates of employment) Provide
three professional references with contact information Provide a
cohesive vision describing how you would lead the MER
Institute--------s work at Boise State with industry, government,
and university partners. Please include details of how you plan to
grow Boise State--------s microelectronics education and research
initiatives. Closing Date: Screening of complete applications will
begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search
process. Please direct all questions about this position and
posting to Sierra Buttars, executivesearch@boisestate.edu Boise
State University is a public institution and may be required to
release the names of applicants, upon request, to the extent
required by the Idaho Public Records Laws. About Boise State Boise
State University is committed to increasing the diversity of its
faculty, staff, students, and academic program offerings and to
strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution.
Boise State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer, and applications from members of historically
underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. We are
a welcoming campus that supports diversity and inclusion.-- - Boise
State is Idaho--------s largest Carnegie Doctoral Research
University, enrolling the largest number of graduate students in
Idaho. It is among 20 global universities identified by Times
Higher Education as on a trajectory -------to become globally
renowned in the next 10 to 20 years.----- - Boise is an ideal place
to live -----" a hub of government, business, arts, recreation of
all types, health care, industry, and technology. Boise State
University, powered by creativity and innovation, stands uniquely
positioned in the Northwest as a metropolitan research university
of distinction. Learn more about a career at Boise State. About
Boise Located along the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and ranked
in the top 25 on Forbes-------- 2017 list of the best cities for
young professionals, Boise provides a vibrant downtown with
unlimited cultural and recreational opportunities ranging from art
and dining to world-class whitewater, skiing, mountain biking, road
cycling, running, hiking, climbing, fishing, and camping. Among the
fastest-growing cities in the United States, Boise is considered a
premier place to work, live, and play. Learn more about Boise.
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