Executive Director for UA Engineering Management Program

The College of Engineering (CoE: ) at The University of Alabama (UA: ) invites applications for the position of Executive Director of the UA College of Engineering’s Engineering Management Program. This is a leadership role within the UA College of Engineering that will be responsible for developing, supporting, teaching within, and evolving educational activities and degree programs for undergraduate and graduate students in the UA College of Engineering related to a range of related topical areas including engineering management, project management, and product management.

This position will work closely with the Dean of the UA College of Engineering and other stakeholders to develop and execute strategies to facilitate student learning and skill building with respect to engineering program and product management through the creation of innovative educational programs and activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a closely related field combined with a Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, engineering management, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Significant professional experience in engineering management, program management, or product management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic, industry, or government settings.
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in areas related to engineering management.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in engineering, engineering management, business administration, or a related discipline.
• Academic experience including teaching, curriculum development, and program assessment.
• Experience in building or leading new academic programs.
• Strong record of engagement with industry and professional organizations.
• Proven ability to secure external funding, partnerships, or grants to support academic programs.
• Experience with ABET accreditation or similar program evaluation frameworks.

Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Applicants should include: (1) a cover letter including a statement explaining their background and experience with respect to engineering entrepreneurship, and in particular with respect to university level programs and educational activities focused on engineering entrepreneurship, and how that experience and background has prepared them to lead the development of such a program here at UA, (2) a full curriculum vitae (CV), and (3) a list of the names of at least four professional references including email and phone contact information for each reference.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications are preferred on or before October 20, 2025 to receive fullest consideration, but the search will continue until the positions are filled. A position start date of August 16, 2026 would be typical, but flexibility with respect to start date is possible.