Director of Engineering, Science, Technology Entrepreneurship Excellence Master’s Program (ESTEEM) - College of Science and College of Engineering (Faculty Position)  

The College of Science (http://science.nd.edu/)and the College of Engineering (http://www.nd.edu/~engineer/) at the University of Notre Dame (www.nd.edu) seek applications for the position of Director- ESTEEM Program (http://esteem.nd.edu/). The Director reports to the Associate Dean Science and Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Director will be responsible for the inception, development, course instruction and overall management of the innovative, interdisciplinary Master’s Degree program at the University of Notre Dame. The ESTEEM Program is joint effort of the College of Science, College of Engineering and the Mendoza College of Business (http://business.nd.edu/).

The ESTEEM Program will educate science and engineering students to be innovation leaders and to translate basic engineering and science knowledge from research into products, processes, and services of great societal value. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: degree in science or engineering; PhD preferred but not required; significant multi-functional, experience in engineering or science driven enterprise; prior leadership role in the development of a successful technology-based company; proven leadership of the implementation of advanced science and/or engineering from innovation through commercialization.

The opportunity also exists for the truly outstanding candidate, with a research track record and expertise in technical entrepreneurship, to be appointed to a tenure track faculty position in the Colleges of Engineering and/or Science. It is also preferred that the Director have personally participated in the creation of new knowledge and have a clear understanding of the academic research process. Further, the Director must have played a leadership role in the formation and development of new technologies and/or products from embryonic development through commercialization. While the Director must have the practical experience of an innovation leader, he or she should also be grounded in the academic tradition, ready to integrate the best of innovation and entrepreneurship into the development of a highly-respected academic program. Prior teaching experience is highly desirable. The Director must have a demonstrated record of success in building bridges within and between organizations.

The appointment will begin on November 1, 2009.

To apply, send a letter summarizing your qualifications, along with a curriculum vitae. Applications are being accepted beginning Sept 7; screening will begin immediately.

Applications should be directed to: Robert Alworth, College of Engineering, 224 Cushing Hall, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556

The University of Notre Dame, an international Catholic research university, is an equal opportunity employer.