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Temporary Engineering Industry Partnerships Facilitator

University of North Carolina Wilmington

United States, North Carolina, Wilmington

Nov 09, 2026

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University Information	The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking. A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering. The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Department	CSE Dean's Office - 32300
External Link to Posting	https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/41288
Vacancy Number	TSP5740PST
Working Title	Temporary Engineering Industry Partnerships Facilitator
Job Title	Research Analyst II
Job Category	Academic Professionals/Non-teaching
FLSA for Position	Nonexempt
Brief Summary of Work for this Position	For Spring 2027, the College of Science and Engineering is seeking an Engineering Industry Partnerships Facilitator to provide part-time support to UNCW's Engineering Programs by helping cultivate and maintain relationships with industry and community partners. This temporary position will run from January through May 2027. Responsibilities include facilitating communication between external partners, faculty, and students; assisting with the planning and coordination of industry engagement events; and supporting the development and implementation of industry-sponsored student projects and experiential learning opportunities. The position will help strengthen existing partnerships, identify opportunities for collaboration, and support initiatives that connect engineering students with industry professionals. Key Responsibilities: Industry Engagement and Communications Serve as the primary point of contact for industry partners supporting capstone projects. Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective industry sponsors. Coordinate project scoping discussions, expectations, and communication between industry stakeholders and faculty. Facilitate ongoing communication to ensure alignment of project goals, deliverables, and timelines. Capstone Program Coordination Support the coordination of capstone projects across multiple sections and disciplines. Assist with student team formation and development, including alignment of student skills with project needs. Work with faculty to ensure consistency in expectations, deliverables, and evaluation practices across capstone sections. Coordinate shared programming, workshops, and milestones across the capstone experience. Student and Faculty Support Provide guidance to student teams on project management practices, collaborative teamwork, and professional communication. Assist students in developing high-quality written documentation and oral technical presentations. Support faculty in mentoring student teams, including identifying and addressing team dynamics and project challenges. Contribute to the evaluation of student performance in collaboration with faculty across capstone courses. Program Operations and Assessment Track project progress and outcomes across all capstone sections. Support assessment efforts, including collection of feedback from students, faculty, and industry partners. Assist in documenting best practices and continuous improvement of the capstone experience.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements	Master's degree in engineering, business administration, or a closely related discipline. Demonstrated experience working with industry partners, including developing and maintaining professional relationships. Experience in project management, event planning, or coordinating initiatives involving multiple stakeholders. Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with technical and nontechnical audiences. Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, university staff, and industry professionals.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience	Professional experience in engineering, manufacturing, technology, or a related industry. Experience developing and maintaining relationships with industry partners, community organizations, and other external stakeholders. Experience coordinating industry engagement activities, professional events, or collaborative projects. Familiarity with engineering education, workforce development, and experiential learning opportunities. Experience mentoring students or early-career professionals. Key Competencies: Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Ability to facilitate connections between industry professionals, university faculty, and students. Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities and follow-up communications. Ability to identify opportunities for mutually beneficial collaboration between academic programs and external partners. Clear, concise, and professional communication across diverse audiences. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with university faculty and staff.
Required Certifications or Licensure	No Required Certifications or Licensure
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College/School Information
Work Hours	10:00AM - 2:00PM
Work Days	Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week	10 hours/week
Type of Position
Anticipated Hiring Range	$1,200/month
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
Job Posting Date	11/04/2026
Job Closing Date	11/18/2026
EEO Statement	UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Number of Openings	Single Incumbent