This position has been deemed critical by the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability Dean’s Office and is exempt from the hiring pause.
This position is based on Stanford’s main campus with consideration given to the option for a hybrid work schedule (partially onsite and offsite), subject to operational need. Interested candidates must include a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
About Us
The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability strives to create a future when humans and nature thrive in concert and in perpetuity. The school is made up of a three-part structure to drive global impact: Our academic departments and programs educate students and create new knowledge across areas of research that are crucial for advancing the long-term prosperity of the planet and people; Institutes bridge scholarship at Stanford and beyond, bringing multiple viewpoints to bear on urgent challenges; The Sustainability Accelerator drives new policy and technology solutions through a worldwide network of partners who work with our teams to develop solutions at a global scale. The school is dedicated to creating and supporting a community with the richness of experience and background needed to create solutions that benefit all people, particularly those affected by environmental damage and climate change.
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Precourt Institute for Energy
As part of the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, the Precourt Institute for Energy concentrates the talents of the University on energy research and education, from basic science and technology to policy and business. We disseminate research results and help the University develop energy-literate leaders as part of its educational mission. We work across campus in all seven of Stanford’s schools. We also build collaborations globally with industry, other research institutions, government, and civic organizations in pursuit of sustainable, affordable, secure energy for all people. This role will draw upon expertise within the Institute as well as its expansive networks both on and off campus to provide support for more ecopreneurs.
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Stanford Ecopreneurship
Stanford Ecopreneurship’s mission to increase the number of ecopreneurs at Stanford and beyond, and to provide those ecopreneurs with best-in-class education and support to solve large, complex sustainability challenges. Precourt Institute for Energy is dedicated to student engagement and advancement aligned with the aims of Stanford Ecopreneurship at both GSB and SDSS.
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Seeking Director, Advancing Energy Ecopreneurship:
The Precourt Institute for Energy is seeking exceptional candidates to serve as the Director of Advancing Energy Ecopreneurship. This director must have a proven capacity to lead energy ecopreneurship within the Precourt Institute for Energy. Entrepreneurship background and energy industry experience is desired. The DAEE must also be creative and passionate about working closely with students.
The Director of Advancing Energy Ecopreneurship will establish strategic vision and lead program for advancing energy entrepreneurship at Stanford. The responsibilities will include leading and applying thought-leadership on energy entrepreneurship and communicating those insights internally and externally. The Director of Advancing Energy Ecopreneurship will establish key partnerships with members of the 150+ faculty affiliated with the Precourt Institute for Energy; 39 student clubs engaged through the Explore Energy program; faculty with aligned interests at the d.school; aligned leaders at the TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy; and entities beyond Stanford that can open pathways to advance energy entrepreneurship.
The Precourt Institute aims to activate its Stanford Energy ecosystem to animate interest in student entrepreneurship in energy led by the Director of Advancing Energy Ecopreneurship. Responsibilities of this new role include:
Lead and apply thought-leadership on energy entrepreneurship communicating insights to stakeholders internally and externally
Lead key partnerships with members of the 150+ faculty affiliated with the Precourt Institute for Energy; 39 student clubs; and faculty with aligned interests at the d.school
Represent energy ecopreneurship with entities beyond Stanford that can open conduits to advance energy entrepreneurship
Serve and advise Precourt Institute Director on strategic fundraising opportunities for energy ecopreneurship and the larger Precourt education pillar
Build a strong liaison relationship to represent energy ecopreneurship and be aligned with Ecopreneurship at Stanford and the Doerr School Sustainability Accelerator
Build connections and outreach with the Stanford Venture Studio – Ecopreneur Circle, the Ecopreneurship Eco-Sprint program, and student clubs
Serve as institutional expert for students on evaluating technology venture ideas for strategic energy transitions and pitching opportunities to venture investors
Engage and lead graduate students to explore commercialization pathways for sustainability-focused faculty innovations
Develop tracking and metric analysis models for innovation explorations and technology commercialization realizations
Teach and co-teach courses on topics related to entrepreneurship in energy transitions and sustainability, develop curriculum and co-curricular learning opportunities
Be a go-to resource for energy-focused students who seek independent coaching along their entrepreneurship journeys, from initial ideation to launch
Expand the number of on-ramps for energy entrepreneurs and their start-ups by helping activate alumni mentors in the Ecopreneurship network
Serve as an Innovation Coach for energy-focused Eco-Sprint
* - The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
CORE DUTIES:
To be successful in this position, you will need:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Advanced degree and five years of relevant experience in area of specialization or combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience. For jobs with financial responsibilities, experience managing a budget and developing financial plans. Experience developing program partnerships and funding sources.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to manage budgets and develop financial plans.
Certifications and Licenses:
In addition, our preferred qualifications include:
* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
The expected pay range for this position is $139,741 to $179,496 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
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Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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