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Job Summary Serving within the Research Faculty of the Institute, this position directly supports the extension, service, and economic development missions of Georgia Tech to the State of Georgia and beyond. Primarily this position provides entrepreneurial incubation and acceleration services to ATDC (Advanced Technology Development Center) member companies in strategic areas that foster development and encourage their growth. Georgia Tech EIRs (Entrepreneur‑In‑Residence) are comprised of seasoned entrepreneurs and/or angel investors with successful business backgrounds to help guide ATDC companies through high growth/funding stages. Incumbents in this role must possess recent early‑stage startup experience serving in a leadership role as a startup founder, CEO, CFO, etc. This job advertisement is a continuous posting intended to recruit multiple candidates. ATDC recruits for this role (for both part‑time and full‑time status) on a continuous basis. ATDC is seeking candidates with various startup skillsets (e.g. Cybersecurity; FinTech (Financial Technology); Health Technology; Internet of Things; Life Sciences; Etc.). Responsibilities Evaluate and assess business potential of ATDC applicant companies and recommendations for membership when appropriate. Cultivate and advise member companies in strategic areas that foster development and encourage growth of assigned technology startups. Educate and provide guidance in appropriate business development and operational areas that support development and growth. Manage and cultivate relationships with investors and technology leaders to promote market outreach and business development. Develop and support the delivery of entrepreneurial programs and/or events to promote business development and growth among member companies and applicants. Identify and/or develop resources to cultivate and assist member companies and applicants. Perform other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications This position vacancy is an open rank announcement. Final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook. Extension Professional I A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field. Extension Professional II A Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field and three (3) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of that degree, or A Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field and five (5) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree, or A Doctoral degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field. Sr. Extension Professional A Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field and seven (7) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of that degree, or A Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field and nine (9) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree, or A Doctoral degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field and four (4) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education: MBA and/or Master’s degree in related/relevant field. Preferred Work Experience: 10+ years job‑related work experience. Preferred Skills: Applicants must possess recent experience as: (1) Founder of a technology startup or early‑stage startup experience; and/or (2) Leadership experience managing a technology company; and/or (3) Leadership or supporting role in securing multiple rounds of financing (angel or venture). Additional required skills include ability to analyze, evaluate, and assess complex information; coaching and consulting experience; and an ability to use independent judgment and communicate effectively. Contact Information For more information about this position, please email chris.nedza@atdc.org Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Background Check The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre‑employment background screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Tech

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