The Manager will develop an innovation program to implement pilot projects to meet critical renewable energy targets and design new business models. The Manager will also provide recommendations on potential pilot partners. Additionally, the Manager will share responsibilities with other team members on key areas of incubator management and responsibilities: active recruitment of startup applicants, deal analysis and evaluation, portfolio company support, development, and execution of all Urban Future Lab (UFL) programs. This is a 3 year fixed term appointment.

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree in a related area

Required Experience:
5+ years experience with higher education, project management, supervision,

Preferred Experience:
5+ years experience with roles in project/program management, consulting, venture capital, or work experience at a startup, government agency, or energy/utility company. Any work experience related to the New York State Reforming the Energy Vision (REV) policy framework will be seen as a plus. Experience evaluating applications to an incubator or accelerator program, or any experience teaching, coaching, or as a speaker at a conference or panel discussion will also be highly valued. Experience or interest in playing a leadership role is also a plus.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Mission driven to reduce carbon emissions. Ability to quickly foster relationships with industry peers and relevant stakeholder groups. Organization and project management skills, with the ability to plan effectively, meet multiple deadlines simultaneously, and coordinate others’ involvement within a dynamic and fast-paced setting. Demonstrate broad systems-level thinking as well as be capable of in-depth analytical thinking.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Informed and experienced in energy efficiency, renewable energy, or utility industry. Proficiency in Zoom, Slack, Google Suite and Airtable is preferred.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $80,000.00 to USD $100,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.