Director, EnGen & Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR)

About the role

The School of Engineering Medicine at Texas A&M University seeks a visionary leader to direct EnGen, its on‑site incubator, and serve as an Entrepreneur‑in‑Residence. This dual role bridges academic research with venture creation, guiding innovative health‑technology projects from concept to market.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of EnGen, aligning activities with the school’s mission.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive incubator strategy, including programming, mentorship, and resource allocation for tenant companies.
• Identify, evaluate, and de‑risk emerging technologies, advancing them through licensing, startup formation, or strategic partnerships.
• Foster a culture of entrepreneurship across faculty, students, and partners, building structured pathways from discovery to deployment.
• Engage with ecosystem stakeholders to integrate EnGen within the broader innovation landscape.

Required profile

• Proven leadership experience in an incubator, accelerator, or venture‑creation environment.
• Strong track record of translating early‑stage innovations into commercial outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams in medicine, engineering, and business.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive, commensurate salary based on education and experience.
• Full‑time position located in Houston, Texas.
• Opportunity to shape the future of health‑technology entrepreneurship within a leading academic institution.