Head of Partnerships and Program Management

Our Mission Founded by Larry Ellison and David B. Agus, MD, the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) works to develop and deploy advanced technology in pursuit of solving some of humanity’s most challenging and enduring problems. Guided by world leaders, scientists, and entrepreneurs, EIT seeks to accelerate innovation by driving scientific and technological advancements across four humane endeavors: medical sciences and healthcare, food security and sustainable agriculture, clean energy and climate change, and government policy and economics.

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Job Summary

Are you prepared to lead the charge in fostering strategic collaborations and managing innovative projects? Join us at the Ellison Institute of Technology as the Head of Partnerships and Program Management, where your business acumen, visionary outlook and execution excellence will propel our collaborative initiatives to unprecedented heights. In this role you will partner with our leadership team to guide cross-functional teams and manage complex projects at the intersection of science and business. If you excel at transforming ideas into tangible results, thrive on building strong connections, and are passionate about driving projects to successful completion, this is your chance to join our team and make a significant impact.

Why You Should Join Us

• Impactful Work: Drive projects that address global challenges in healthcare, energy, agriculture, and policy.
• Innovative Environment: Collaborate with leading scientists and entrepreneurs.
• Accelerated Growth: Mentor talented project managers and help scale a mission-forward organization.

Job Accountabilities:

• Project Evaluation and Portfolio Management:

• Analyze market opportunities, costs, risks, and potential outcomes (revenue, IP, etc.) for incoming and proposed projects.
• Develop and refine business and project plans with strategic recommendations.
• Manage project portfolio and budgets, to ensure projects align with strategic goals and resources.
• Track industry trends, market research and regulatory changes to guide strategic planning and validate business plans.

Execution and Implementation:

• Drive the execution of business and project plans with cross-functional teams.
• Track milestones, resolve operational challenges, and maintain project timelines to ensure successful outcomes and optimize performance.
• Manage effective communication of roles, responsibilities, and expectations.

Coordination of Science and Business Operations:

• Enable cross-departmental collaboration and manage external partnerships.
• Address resource needs to ensure successful project outcomes.

Representation, Relationship Building, and Strategic Contribution:

• Represent EIT at industry events to enhance brand visibility and build connections.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with stakeholders and external partners.
• Contribute to strategic planning and business development, including evaluations and insights on project and partner performance.

Qualifications:

Required Education: A graduate degree in a related field, with a focus on business strategy, execution planning, or similar areas, is highly preferred.

Required Experience: A minimum of 8-12 years in relevant experience in program management, strategic partnerships, business strategy, strategic decision-making, and implementation planning.

Required Field of Expertise: Strong preference for demonstrated industry expertise within healthcare technology or physical and life science sectors.

Salary: $125,0000-$205,000

For the safety and health of employees, guests, and patients, the Ellison Institute of Technology may mandate vaccination requirements for employment. The Ellison Institute of Technology’s policies are always subject to review and change to ensure they are appropriate under the circumstances.

The Ellison Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that an inclusive, collaborative team environment is just as important to our mission as stethoscopes and microscopes. We strive to always provide employees a supportive atmosphere, so they feel confident taking creative risks toward innovation. The Ellison Institute of Technology values emotional intelligence and communication with empathy and respect for others. We seek to build a diverse group of people who are curious, have a deep sense of responsibility, and the grit needed to achieve excellence.