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The North Dakota Advanced Agriculture Technology Engine, a collaborative endeavor between key private and public stakeholders across North Dakota, has been selected as an inaugural awardee for the U.S. National Science Foundation's (NSF) Regional Innovation Engines competition.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide visionary leadership, establishing and driving the strategic direction of the program. As the principal leader, the CEO will spearhead the development and deployment of innovative AgTech initiatives, fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups, and ensuring the Engine becomes a pinnacle of excellence in the AgTech sector. The ideal candidate is visionary, innovative, and passionate about the potential of AgTech to address pressing global challenges. They are adaptable, results-driven, and deeply committed to inclusivity, collaboration, and sustainability.
This position is funded through an initial 2-yr, $15M National Science Foundation (NSF) Cooperative Agreement with an anticipated award up to 10 years and $160M. The role is a position at North Dakota State University, as the lead organization for the program.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Application Process:
Any questions about the search can be directed to the search committee at ndsu.rcasearch@ndsu.edu . While applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled, full consideration will be given to candidates who submit application materials by April 1, 2024. Applications accepted online at https://www.ndsu.edu/employment/ (job posting: CEO - ND Adv. Ag Tech Engine #2951247.) Please include a resume or curriculum vitae, the names and contact information for four (4) references (references will not be contacted without prior discussion with the candidate), and a cover letter addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications with your application materials.
Benefits:
NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university - with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following the date of hire. Other benefits include wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave, and holiday pay. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending accounts, and supplemental retirement plans.
About Us:
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student-focused, land-grant, research university. Our main campus is located in Fargo, ND with Extension Service and Research Experiment Station locations across the state.
NDSU is the best college in ND, according to Money Magazine (September 2018). NDSU was named a 2019 Best Value College by Forbes. Fargo made Livability.com's top 10 list of cities to find a job and ranked at #11 for best places to live overall.
No Smoking Notice :
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
EO/AA Statement:
North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.
Veteran's Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information:
North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu .
The North Dakota Advanced Agriculture Technology Engine, a collaborative endeavor between key private and public stakeholders across North Dakota, has been selected as an inaugural awardee for the U.S. National Science Foundation's (NSF) Regional Innovation Engines competition.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide visionary leadership, establishing and driving the strategic direction of the program. As the principal leader, the CEO will spearhead the development and deployment of innovative AgTech initiatives, fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups, and ensuring the Engine becomes a pinnacle of excellence in the AgTech sector. The ideal candidate is visionary, innovative, and passionate about the potential of AgTech to address pressing global challenges. They are adaptable, results-driven, and deeply committed to inclusivity, collaboration, and sustainability.
This position is funded through an initial 2-yr, $15M National Science Foundation (NSF) Cooperative Agreement with an anticipated award up to 10 years and $160M. The role is a position at North Dakota State University, as the lead organization for the program.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- Proven experience in executive leadership role(s) demonstrating effective communication, strategic alignment, and collaborative relationship building.
- Ten years of experience related to ecosystem functions such as user-inspired research, translation of innovations, and/or workforce development.
- Track record of successful innovation, strategic thinking, and driving organizational growth.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with a diverse set of partners, conflict resolution, and building consensus across organizations.
- Ability to work under pressure and collaboratively with a team, industry partners, and a governance board to achieve organizational mission.
- High level analytical skills, excellent judgement and creative problem-solving skills.
- Strong project management skills and demonstrated experience implementing and continually improving programs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree or other advanced degree.
- Knowledge of innovation financing, entrepreneurial support, and intellectual property.
- Understanding or experience commercializing innovation.
- Experience establishing and leading rapidly growing startup organizations.
- Familiarity with North Dakota region and/or upper Midwest agriculture.
- Experience managing federal grants, contracts, and/or cooperative agreements.
- Experience in budgeting, financial forecasting, and resource allocation.
- Knowledge and understanding of agriculture and agriculture economics.
- Demonstrated ability to pivot and respond to rapidly changing conditions
Application Process:
Any questions about the search can be directed to the search committee at ndsu.rcasearch@ndsu.edu . While applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled, full consideration will be given to candidates who submit application materials by April 1, 2024. Applications accepted online at https://www.ndsu.edu/employment/ (job posting: CEO - ND Adv. Ag Tech Engine #2951247.) Please include a resume or curriculum vitae, the names and contact information for four (4) references (references will not be contacted without prior discussion with the candidate), and a cover letter addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications with your application materials.
Benefits:
NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university - with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following the date of hire. Other benefits include wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave, and holiday pay. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending accounts, and supplemental retirement plans.
About Us:
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student-focused, land-grant, research university. Our main campus is located in Fargo, ND with Extension Service and Research Experiment Station locations across the state.
NDSU is the best college in ND, according to Money Magazine (September 2018). NDSU was named a 2019 Best Value College by Forbes. Fargo made Livability.com's top 10 list of cities to find a job and ranked at #11 for best places to live overall.
No Smoking Notice :
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
EO/AA Statement:
North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.
Veteran's Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information:
North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu .
