Director, Strategic Partnerships

Natcast (short for The National Center for the Advancement of Semiconductor Technology) is a new, purpose-built, non-profit entity created to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) consortium, established by the CHIPS Act of the U.S. government.

Working at Natcast represents an opportunity to help extend America’s leadership in semiconductor technology, significantly reduce the time and cost of moving from idea to commercialization, and build and sustain a semiconductor workforce development ecosystem.

These efforts to advance semiconductor technology and seed new industries built on the capabilities of a wide range of advanced chips hold the potential to benefit the country and the world for generations to come.

Director of Strategic Partnerships 

In this role you will architect and lead strategic partnerships between Natcast and premier research institutions, forging collaborations that accelerate America's semiconductor innovation ecosystem through the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC). 

Every day you will orchestrate relationships with National Laboratories, research consortia, and global semiconductor institutions, creating powerful synergies that advance U.S. technological leadership. 

To thrive in this role you must combine deep semiconductor ecosystem knowledge with exceptional relationship management capabilities, demonstrating both strategic vision and diplomatic finesse while building partnerships that shape the future of semiconductor innovation. 

Natcast operates the NSTC, established through the CHIPS Act as a cornerstone of America's semiconductor renaissance. Our mission demands powerful partnerships across research institutions, enabling breakthrough innovations that strengthen U.S. leadership in semiconductor technology. 

The Director of Strategic Partnerships drives Natcast's engagement with key research institutions, creating collaborative frameworks that accelerate semiconductor innovation. This role is central to building the robust ecosystem needed to advance U.S. semiconductor capabilities through strategic partnerships with National Laboratories, research consortia, and global semiconductor institutions. 

Responsibilities: 

Partnership Development and Management: 

• Design and implement strategic partnership framework for research institutions 

• Lead engagement with National Laboratories and Department of Energy 

• Develop collaborations with organizations like IMEC, SIA, and Semiconductor Research Corporation 

• Create partnership models that leverage complementary capabilities 

• Establish governance structures for research collaborations 

Research Ecosystem Development: 

• Identify and evaluate partnership opportunities across the semiconductor ecosystem 

• Coordinate joint research initiatives and technology transfer programs 

• Foster knowledge sharing and best practice exchange 

• Drive collaborative innovation programs across institutions 

• Facilitate access to specialized research facilities and capabilities 

Strategic Planning and Execution: 

• Develop comprehensive partnership strategy aligned with NSTC mission 

• Create roadmaps for institutional collaboration and resource sharing 

• Design metrics for partnership effectiveness and impact 

• Lead partnership budget planning and resource allocation 

• Ensure alignment between partnerships and CHIPS Act objectives 

• Identify Natcast revenue opportunities  

Stakeholder Management: 

• Build and maintain executive relationships across partner institutions 

• Coordinate cross-functional teams for partnership initiatives 

• Represent Natcast in semiconductor research forums 

• Drive communication strategies for partnership activities 

• Manage complex stakeholder expectations and priorities 

• Establish unified channel within Natcast for engagement with partner institutions 

Required Skills and Experience: 

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Physics, or related technical field 

• 12+ years experience in semiconductor industry or research institutions 

• Proven track record building institutional partnerships 

• Deep understanding of semiconductor R&D ecosystem 

• Experience working with National Laboratories 

• Strong knowledge of semiconductor technology roadmaps 

• Excellence in stakeholder management 

• Outstanding strategic planning capabilities 

• Superior communication and presentation skills 

Preferred Skills and Experience: 

• PhD in relevant technical field 

• Experience with CHIPS Act implementation 

• Background in research program management 

• International partnership experience 

• Publication record in semiconductor field 

Natcast is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any protected attribute. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please let us know. 

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