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Research Alliance Manager at RI Science and Technology Advisory Council
The Rhode Island Science and Technology Advisory Council seeks a senior level person to join its leadership team. This person will take responsibility for building out the Rhode Island Research Alliance program and lead the Alliance through its next phase of activity.
The Rhode Island Research Alliance was created in 2006 by STAC to serve as a platform to promote collaboration among the state's research universities, research hospitals, corporations and government agencies, maximize state and federal investment in research and enhance the state's R&D-related economic development opportunities. More info about the Alliance at http://stac.ri.gov/alliance
The incumbent will oversee all activities related to the Alliance's evolution and expansion. This position will take the lead in working with key stakeholders to assess research capabilities at each institution and determine opportunities for multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional efforts. The incumbent will be responsible for collecting and organizing information from a myriad of complex resources and constituencies. One initial project will include the production of a report that summarizes new pathways to collaboration and connectivity among the Rhode Island research community and a roadmap for expanding Research Alliance activities.
Incumbent will also take responsibility for programmatic support for the existing activities of the Research Alliance including the Collaborative Grant Awards program, the Collaborative Research Web Portal and events and activities that promote collaborative research and benefit member organizations.
Please contact Melissa Withers at mwithers@riedc.com or call 401-278-9134 for more information.
Director of Business Development at ITEM Group (Ximedica)
Ximedica is a contract design, development and manufacturing company specializing in capital and disposable medical devices and instruments. Ximedica participates in the entire development process from initial design exploration to supply of finished goods. Its core competencies include mechanical and electronic design as well as firmware and software implementation. In addition, Ximedica offers design control, compliance-related documentation tracking and offshore sourcing of components and subassemblies.
They have a close-knit, high-energy culture that fosters the creative spirit while exceeding client expectations. We offer tremendous opportunity for professional development and leadership, rewarding projects, competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and summer hours. They're located in Providence, Rhode Island, a renaissance city with affordable lifestyle, great restaurants, pristine beaches, and a vibrant arts community.
Position: The Director of Business Development shall develop and close development and manufacturing services business, with particular emphasis on "turnkey" products developed by Ximedica and supplied to our clients. The position requires 10-20 years of industry experience with a strong emphasis on medical devices.
Nature of Role: Reporting to the VP of Business Development, this individual directs, establishes, maintains and plans the overall policies and goals of the business development team. He/She identifies potential business partners and negotiates agreements. The ability to interact with clients from project initiation through the entire development process is a must.
Requirements/Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred along with 10+ years of experience in the field of business development, including at least 5 years of program and/or project management in the medical device industry. The following key attributes are essential:
Contact: Stephanie Chamberlin
StephanieC@ItemCorp.com
ITEM Group (Ximedica)
ximedica.com
Providence, RI
Seeking a Business Development Professional
The Business Innovation Factory is seeking a business development professional to assist with the development and execution of an outreach strategy in support of the BIF-4 Collaborative Innovation Summit. Candidate must successfully develop and execute against a plan to assist BIF in attracting target participants to the Summit and fulfilling our sponsorship objectives. Activity is set to begin in early April and the first phase of activity will conclude in early September. Follow-on engagement likely if initial phase of work is successful.
Now in its fourth year, the BIF Collaborative Innovation Summit has earned a national reputation for its unique storytelling approach to an event that has been described as more conversation than conference. Storytellers get 15 minutes on stage and must commit to sharing a personal story about their first-hand experience creating innovation and driving change. This means no canned presentations and no company infomercials.
Bruce Nussbaum of BusinessWeek and "Mavericks at Work" author Bill Taylor will co-host the Innovation Summit on October 15-16, 2008 in Providence, Rhode Island. Video transcripts from past summits can be found at businessinnovationfactory.com/innovationstorystudio.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Good communication skills
- Understanding of the Business Innovation Factory
- Vested interest in the Rhode Island community
- Excellent work ethic
Contact: Melissa Withers, Director, Communications and Market Development
mwithers@businessinnovationfactory.com
(401) 345-6711
Business Innovation Factory
businessinnovationfactory.com
315 Iron Horse Way, Suite 101
Providence, RI 02908
Seeking a Full-Time Junior Designer
This is an entry-level position. Custom Designs is a Point of Purchase manufacturer located in North Kingstown, RI. They design and manufacture retail display solutions for industries such as eye wear, foot wear, and consumer electronics. They are seeking an Industrial Designer interested in working in the Point of Purchase Design field. The ideal candidate should be a creative, talented, highly motivated individual, with a strong interest in POP and retail design. The candidate will work with a Creative Director to produce POP solutions in form of anything from sketches to digital presentation renderings. Other tasks will include: preparation of silk screen art work, sample graphics, and instruction sheets. Will be working in close contact with engineering and sample departments.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- BFA in industrial design or related design discipline
- Good computer skills, including working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Experience in 3D modeling and rendering (preferable Form Z)
- Good sketching and visual communication skills
- Experience in POP industry is a plus, but not required
- Excellent work ethic
- Solid understanding of manufacturing techniques and materials
- Good product photography skills is a plus
Send applications and work samples by mail or email only (no phone calls).
Contact: Oskar Kjorneberg, Creative Director
oskark@cdiri.com
Custom Designs
cdiri.com
370 Commerce Park Road
North Kingstown , RI 02909
