Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading a research park, innovation hub or technology business incubator or related setting will be highly advantageous.
• Master's Degree in business, public administration, entrepreneurship, economic development or another relevant field

Job Description:

Responsible for developing a creative environment that fosters business incubation, business recruitment, and research park development in close partnership with the research programs of Texas State University and its respective colleges, research centers, and academic departments.

Job Duties:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Science, Technology, and Advanced Research (STAR) Park and the initial research facility at the Park, Star One.
• Facilitate SBIR/STTR grants and other external funding opportunities to support innovation-driven partnerships between STAR One client companies and Texas State researchers. Leverage Texas State's research expertise to address industry challenges, develop high-impact collaborations, and advance research, commercialization, and technology transfer initiatives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, research, and entrepreneurship within the incubator and the broader local ecosystem by collaborating with the Office of Innovation, Commercialization and Engagement and the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
• Manage STAR Park budgets, facilities, and personnel to ensure efficient use of resources, support STAR Park operations, and promote long-term sustainability.
• Coordinate with the Research Foundation, including administrative systems, workflows, compliance activities, and organizational processes, to ensure effective and efficient performance.
• Assist in the development of long-range goals and objectives; develop operating policy and procedures, and client eligibility criteria with the Vice President for Research and the office of Innovation & Commercialization.
• Conduct incubator client applications and review processes and recommend approval of incubator client companies
• Recruit and onboard STAR One client companies into the incubator and provide support, including workspace access, funding opportunities, and strategic networking connections. Facilitate engagement between companies and key stakeholders—including investors, corporations, and government agencies—to accelerate business growth and strengthen business development.
• Represent the STAR Incubator Program and client companies to the community, university researchers, faculty and students, and prospective client companies.
• Oversee all tenant users of the facility to ensure compliance with all incubator rules, procedures, and regulations.

Additional Information to Applicants:

Job Open Date: 08/17/2026

Job Close Date: 08/20/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink:https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58201"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58201

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9771365"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58201 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!

• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!

• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program

• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses

• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus

• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading a research park, innovation hub or technology business incubator or related setting will be highly advantageous.
• Master's Degree in business, public administration, entrepreneurship, economic development or another relevant field

Job Description:

Responsible for developing a creative environment that fosters business incubation, business recruitment, and research park development in close partnership with the research programs of Texas State University and its respective colleges, research centers, and academic departments.

Job Duties:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Science, Technology, and Advanced Research (STAR) Park and the initial research facility at the Park, Star One.
• Facilitate SBIR/STTR grants and other external funding opportunities to support innovation-driven partnerships between STAR One client companies and Texas State researchers. Leverage Texas State's research expertise to address industry challenges, develop high-impact collaborations, and advance research, commercialization, and technology transfer initiatives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, research, and entrepreneurship within the incubator and the broader local ecosystem by collaborating with the Office of Innovation, Commercialization and Engagement and the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
• Manage STAR Park budgets, facilities, and personnel to ensure efficient use of resources, support STAR Park operations, and promote long-term sustainability.
• Coordinate with the Research Foundation, including administrative systems, workflows, compliance activities, and organizational processes, to ensure effective and efficient performance.
• Assist in the development of long-range goals and objectives; develop operating policy and procedures, and client eligibility criteria with the Vice President for Research and the office of Innovation & Commercialization.
• Conduct incubator client applications and review processes and recommend approval of incubator client companies
• Recruit and onboard STAR One client companies into the incubator and provide support, including workspace access, funding opportunities, and strategic networking connections. Facilitate engagement between companies and key stakeholders—including investors, corporations, and government agencies—to accelerate business growth and strengthen business development.
• Represent the STAR Incubator Program and client companies to the community, university researchers, faculty and students, and prospective client companies.
• Oversee all tenant users of the facility to ensure compliance with all incubator rules, procedures, and regulations.

Additional Information to Applicants:

Job Open Date: 08/17/2026

Job Close Date: 08/20/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink:https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58201"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58201

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9771365"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58201 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!

• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!

• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program

• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses

• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus

• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

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