University Program Specialist II

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary role is to provide
individualized and confidential business and technology development and commercialization counseling services to NC businesses,
entrepreneurs and university faculty.

Key activities of this role also include promoting the Small Business and Technology
Development Center (SBTDC) and Technology Commercialization Team throughout the state and establishing/maintaining relationships with key
strategic partners involved in economic development. This position has specialized responsibilities in
equity-capital.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The University of North Carolina System’s Small
Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC), in partnership with the US Small Business Administration, is recognized as the primary
organization through which the state of North Carolina provides business counseling, management education, and technology development and
commercialization services to help the business community successfully meet challenges, manage change, and plan for the
future.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment;
or and equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited
institutions.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Master’s degree or higher in business
or other relevant field AND 3 years relevant work experience (technology development & commercialization and/or science), OR Bachelor’s or
advanced degree in science or engineering AND 5 years relevant work experience (technology development & commercialization). Knowledge and
experience with equity capital, alternative sources of capital such as SBIRs, technology transfer, intellectual property law, technology
commercialization, engineering and/or science, and product development is desired. Familiarity with key technology commercialization
contacts in NC is preferred. Experience with presentations of complex information to diverse audiences is preferred.

Required
License or Certification

A valid North Carolina driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of start
date.

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state
policies.
Hybrid (Employees are working part-time in the office to perform job tasks that require on-campus engagement, and the
remaining time at home)

Position Number: 009974

Recruitment Salary Range
Commensurate
with education and experience

FLSA: Exempt

Appointment Type: Permanent –
Full-time

Tenure Track: No

Organizational Division: SBDTC

Organizational
Location: VC for Strategic Partnerships & Economic Development

Organizational Unit:
SBDTC

Posting Number: EPA2844

Open Date: 10/15/2025

Close Date – for postings
that do not use Open Until Filled
12/15/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Open Until Filled
Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any
time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration
depending upon the status of the search
10/29/2025

Date Position Available: October 15,
2025

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment
to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s
Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of
applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T
State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all
persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No
one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race,
religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual
orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and
more:

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health
  Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid
  Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and
  457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore
  Discount

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state
policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty
station.

Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/38608