Head of Campus Development & Industry Innovation

BEAM Circular
Modesto, CA
Job Description
BEAM Circular is unlocking the power of communities to transform waste into opportunity by building a vibrant regional ecosystem for the circular bioeconomy in California’s agricultural heartland. The Head of Campus Development & Industry Innovation will lead the development and deployment of the California Bioeconomy Innovation Campus, BEAM’s flagship facility for biomanufacturing scale-up, applied circular bioeconomy innovation, and startup support.

Requirements

  • Proven success managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects involving engineering, facilities, or technical infrastructure.
  • Strong understanding of startup ecosystems, scale-up processes, innovation facilities, and partnerships.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and diverse partners.
  • Excellent relationship management, communication, and project leadership skills.
  • Experience in industrial biotechnology, bio-based manufacturing, or applied R&D facility management strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with the state, national, and global bioeconomy landscape.
  • Strategic and systems-minded; able to connect innovation strategy with practical execution.
  • Entrepreneurial and solutions-oriented; thrives in dynamic, multi-sector environments.
  • Collaborative leader who values partnerships and shared success.
  • Mission-driven and motivated by BEAM’s goals of inclusive regional growth and sustainable innovation.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range $150,000 to $180,000
  • Generous benefits package
  • Opportunity to shape public policy at the intersection of innovation and sustainability
  • Collaborative and mission-driven work environment
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Hybrid work arrangements may be permitted
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