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Position Summary

New York University (NYU) is seeking a highly accomplished and dynamic Vice President for Strategic Partnerships to join the Office of the Executive Vice President for Global Science and Technology.

This critical leadership role will report directly to the Executive Vice President and will be instrumental in forging strategic alliances with industry leaders, translating cutting-edge research into real-world impact, and advancing NYU's vision as a global leader in scientific discovery, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Working in close collaboration with NYU Academic Divisions, the Office of the Vice Provost for Research, University Development and Alumni Relations, and the Office of General Counsel, the Vice President for Strategic Partnerships will be a key driver in accelerating NYU's vast science and technology endeavors across all schools and disciplines, fostering a distinctive, world-class ecosystem, driving a science and technology strategy organized around global challenges, and developing strategic partnerships to pursue science and technology at scale.

This role involves building strong relationships with industry executives, identifying opportunities for collaboration in research, technology transfer, talent development, and intellectual property commercialization — ultimately generating significant resources and opportunities for NYU’s faculty, researchers, and students.

Qualifications

Required Education• Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience• 15+ years progressive experience in corporate development, strategic partnerships, business development, or technology transfer, preferably within a university setting, research institution, or a technology-driven corporation.• A demonstrated track record of successfully initiating, negotiating, and closing complex, high-value corporate partnerships, as well as experience working across diverse scientific and technological disciplines.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Strong understanding of university research environments, intellectual property management, innovation and entrepreneurship, and sponsored research agreements.• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams.• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to articulate complex scientific and technical concepts to diverse audiences, from researchers to corporate executives.• Strong negotiation and persuasion abilities.• Strategic thinking with a results-oriented approach.• Excellent project management and organizational skills.• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.• Proficiency in CRM software and other relevant business development tools.• Proven ability to build rapport and credibility with academic faculty.

Preferred Education• Master's degree in a science, engineering, or business-related field; or Doctoral degree in a science, engineering, or business-related field.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Knowledge of higher education

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $315,000 to USD $385,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.

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Posting Number2025-15179

Posted Date1 day ago(12/17/2025 2:09 PM)

Location : LocationUS-NY-New York

Hybrid Remote Work ClassificationHybrid: 60% to 80% Onsite

DepartmentOffice of the Executive Vice President for Global Science and Technology

School/DivisionNYU Tandon School of Engineering (PE1001)

Compensation GradeBand 56

UnionN/A

FT/PTFull-Time

CategoryBusiness/Professional Administrative