Northeastern University is creating one of the world's most ambitious university entrepreneurship ecosystems. Anchored by the new 300 Mass Ave innovation hub in Boston and connected across Northeastern University's global campus network, Global Entrepreneurship brings together students, founders, researchers, investors, alumni and corporate partners to create new opportunities for innovation, venture creation and experiential learning.
Reporting directly to the Vice President, Global Entrepreneurship, the Associate Director will serve as a strategic partner responsible for helping shape and deliver Northeastern's global entrepreneurship agenda. Working across strategy, partnerships, ecosystem development, innovation programs and 300 Mass Ave, the role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, ensuring ambitious ideas become measurable outcomes.
This is a highly collaborative leadership role requiring an entrepreneurial individual who is equally comfortable developing strategy, building relationships with senior stakeholders and delivering complex projects. The successful candidate will help establish 300 Mass Ave as a globally recognized center for innovation while strengthening entrepreneurship across Northeastern's international network.
We are seeking an individual who is entrepreneurial, collaborative and driven by the opportunity to build something exceptional. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, leading through influence rather than hierarchy, and turning ambitious ideas into tangible outcomes. They will possess excellent judgement, a bias for action and a genuine passion for creating opportunities that help entrepreneurs, students and partners succeed.
Working closely with the Vice President, the Associate Director will lead the planning, coordination and execution of strategic initiatives that support the continued growth of entrepreneurship across Northeastern University. They will translate strategic priorities into deliverable programs, coordinate activity across multiple campuses and ensure projects are implemented effectively.
The Associate Director will play a leading role in developing and growing 300 Mass Ave as Northeastern's flagship entrepreneurship hub. Working alongside the Hub Operations Administrator, they will help create an outstanding environment for founders, students, researchers, investors, alumni and corporate partners while ensuring programs and activities operate to the highest standard.
The Associate Director will help develop relationships that expand opportunities for students, founders and the wider Northeastern community. They will work with corporations, investors, accelerators, government organizations and innovation partners to create new collaborations while leading the delivery of flagship entrepreneurship programs and events.
The Associate Director will provide leadership across the Global Entrepreneurship team, ensuring projects are delivered effectively and that operational excellence underpins every activity. They will prepare strategic communications, monitor performance and help position Northeastern as one of the world's leading entrepreneurial universities.
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Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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$76,335.00 - $107,823.75
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
