Program Manager for Venture and Innovation Development

Full Job Description

Program Manager for Venture and Innovation Development

Department: Office of Economic Engagement

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state.

More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.

In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

The Office of Economic Engagement is excited to announce the opening of the Program Manager for Venture and Innovation Development position.

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Economic Engagement, the Program Manager for Venture and Innovation Development is responsible for the development and execution of strategies to de-risk, mature, and commercialize technologies within the University’s TCO intellectual property portfolio.

This position builds strong, collaborative relationships with faculty to understand research capabilities and unique institutional assets, aligning them with industry needs and commercialization funding opportunities.

This position actively prospects and manages relationships with decision-makers across diverse industry sectors, promotes the University’s research and economic development strengths, and increases industry-sponsored research and licensing activity.

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.

3-5 years of experience in university technology transfer or technology-based business development/sales; demonstrated experience in venture creation and business incubation; demonstrated experience in technology assessment & evaluation; working knowledge of intellectual property law.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Skills in university technology transfer or technology-based business development/sales.

• Skills in venture creation and business incubation.

• Skills in technology assessment & evaluation.

• Knowledge of intellectual property law.

• Ability to create strong relations with university leadership and external stakeholders.

Job Close Date

03/23/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.

This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by March 23, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance

• Retirement Programs

• Paid Tuition

• Dependent Scholarships

• Annual Leave

• Sick Leave

• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Professional Development Opportunities

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EEO Statement

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