The Executive Director (ED) of the Boston University Questrom School of Business Ravi K. Mehrotra Institute for Business, Markets, and Society is the primary day-to-day leader of all aspects of the Mehrotra Institute. Reporting to the Faculty Director of the Mehrotra Institute, the ED will support expanding and closely linking Mehrotras research community within and beyond BU and will work with the Director to support the growth and development of a broad sustainability research agenda across Questrom, BU, and initiatives at other Universities. The ED will champion industry relations and make sure that the Institute provides a platform for research, debate, and education for Industry Leaders, Researchers, and Students to advance the understanding of the role of business in society. This effort will require fundraising from philanthropic sources. The ED will also showcase the Institutes thought leadership both through their own media communications and by referring other BU faculty, staff, and students for appropriate media and marketing opportunities. Note: this position is contingent upon continuing funding
Skills
An advanced degree (Master's or PhD)
- 5+ years of business-related research experience
- 5+ years of management experience
- Fundraising experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
- Experience of forming effective partnerships
- Experience managing a high-performing team
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
