Program Coordinator, Industry Research Partnerships

Job Summary

CU Boulder is seeking an organized, diligent, and proactive ProgramCoordinator to join our Industry Research Partnerships team. This50% position will provide essential support in coordinatingprograms, events, and communications that connect CU Boulder'sworld-class faculty and research expertise with leading industrypartners. The Program Coordinator will ensure smooth programoperations, track key outcomes, and help foster an environmentwhere partnerships and innovation can thrive.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.
Who We Are

CU Boulder is one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belongingto the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—andthe only member in the Rocky Mountain region. Our goal is todirectly benefit the world through collaborative research,innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Boulder has been ranked by Forbes as the best city in America inwhich to start a business, and as the top city in America byBloomberg’s Brain Concentration Index.
The Innovation & Partnerships team within CU Boulder's Research& Innovation Office is translating groundbreaking discoveriesinto new solutions, businesses and partnerships, connecting theuniversity's research strengths with industry, government, andentrepreneurial partners across sectors like Aerospace &Defense, Biosciences, Advanced Energy & Sustainability, andQuantum. The team builds and manages strategic industryrelationships, guiding partnerships from first contact throughstructured collaboration, lowering barriers to innovation byconnecting partners with top talent and supporting scalablecollaboration. Working alongside CU Boulder's research institutes,tech transfer, and contracting offices, the team helps faculty andexternal partners move ideas from concept to real-world impact,while supporting the university's broader goal of growingindustry-sponsored research and workforce developmentopportunities.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Program Coordination & Operations

Provide logistical and administrative support forindustry-faculty meetings, workshops, and events.
Coordinate scheduling, communications, and materials forindustry partnership programs.
Track program timelines, results, and outcomes, ensuringeffective follow-through.
Maintain accurate program records, contacts, and projectdatabases.
Support the development and distribution of programcommunications, reports, and marketing materials.
Event & Engagement Support

Assist in planning and hosting events, conferences, and campusvisits for industry partners.
Coordinate travel logistics, catering, room reservations, andother event needs.
Serve as a welcoming point of contact for visiting partners,faculty, and partners.
Faculty & Partner Support

Provide administrative support to faculty interested in orengaged in industry partnerships.
Help respond to partner inquiries and route them to appropriatestaff or faculty.
Support coordination between CU Boulder units (Contracts &Grants, Advancement, Career Services, Venture Partners, etc.) tofacilitate smooth partner engagement.
Tracking & Reporting

Maintain shared files and tracking systems for partnerships,events, and projects.
Assist with collecting and organizing data for reports andcommunications.
Contribute to monitoring program impact and identifying areasfor process improvement.
What You Should Know

This is a 50% time position.
This position offers a hybrid work modality with at least 2days per week in person to support events.
This position involves occasional work during the evening tosupport event and partner visits.
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
What We Can Offer

The annual hiring range for this 50% position is$30,000-$35,000.
Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we arecommitted to supporting the holistic health and well-being of ouremployees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuitionassistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for localtransit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulderoffers an inspiring academic community and access to world-classoutdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs throughthe CU Advantage program.
Be Statements

Be ambitious. Be groundbreaking. Be Boulder.
What We Require

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or acombination of education and experience may substitute.
What You Will Need

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with theability to prioritize.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Thorough and proactive, with a collaborative work style.
Ability to build professional relationships with faculty,staff, and external partners.
Sensitivity to, and appreciation of, cultural, political andgeographical differences, with the ability to work well withfaculty, staff, and students from around the world.
What We Would Like You to Have

2+ years of relevant professional experience.
Experience supporting programs or events in a university,research, or industry setting.
Familiarity with university systems such as contracts &grants, industry partnerships, or career services.
Proficiency with data tracking and reporting tools (e.g.,Excel, Google Sheets, CRM systems).
Please apply by 8/9/26 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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