Program Director

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details. Available Title(s): 1155-NN_ADMINPRO - Director Business Title: Program Director Employee Type: Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term) Position Details:

The Opportunity

The Office of Research at Washington State University (WSU) is responsible for advancing the research enterprise at WSU systemwide. The Office of Research facilitates all aspects of the research from pre-award to compliance, advancement, development, and commercialization. The Office of Research amplifies WSU's land-grant mission by partnering with the university community, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to advance, extend, and grow the positive impact of WSU research for the state, region, and nation.

The Program Director serves as the operational leader responsible for the day-to-day management, execution, and performance of the Washington Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) OnRamp Hub. Working under the direction of the Managing Director, this position oversees implementation of DIU OnRamp Hub standardized services, coordination of stakeholder engagement, management of Digital Backbone reporting requirements, execution of Hub programming and events, monitoring of performance metrics, budget coordination, and achievement of key operational milestones.

The Program Director plays a critical role in translating strategy into execution by coordinating ecosystem intelligence, mission engagement, technology scouting, readiness assessment, validation support, and transition activities that connect commercial innovation with Department of War mission needs. The position ensures that Hub activities remain aligned with DIU priorities and performance expectations while fostering collaboration among defense, academic, industry, entrepreneurial, investment, and regional innovation partners.

Through effective program management, stakeholder engagement, and operational oversight, the Program Director supports the advancement of defense innovation outcomes, strengthen regional innovation capacity, and accelerate the transition of dual-use technologies to mission applications.

Job Functions: 25% Program Operations and Execution 15% Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Management 15% Event and Program Management 15% Reporting, Performance Metrics, and Compliance 10% Budget Administration and Financial Coordination 10% Strategic Planning and Organizational Development 5% Facilities and Resource Management 5% Other Duties as Assigned For a detailed overview of the position and its responsibilities, please refer to Program Director, Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) OnRamp Hub position description. Additional Information: Screening Begin Date: This position will remain open until filled . Screening of applicants will begin on Friday, October 23, 2026 .

This is a full-time ( 100% FTE), temporary position. This position is overtime exempt. Temporary End…

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