Business Development Associate - TMAC

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
Deadline: ;

Position Information


Posting Number S05224P
Position Title Business Development Associate - TMAC
Department TMAC
Location Arlington
Job Family Research
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
Overtime necessary as needed to fulfill customer requirements. 
Ability to travel locally in the DFW Metroplex with occasional overnight travel outside of the Metroplex.
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
Increase market penetration and develop networks/partnerships to grow TMAC. Recommend management consulting, operational excellence & product/process engineering solutions to accelerate the profitable growth and competitiveness of Texas manufacturing. Seek, identify, assess, sell, propose, coordinate, & manage applied research projects to create significant financial return on customer investment. Ensure superior customer and investor satisfaction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Generate leads & opportunities for potential new customer projects. 
  • Conduct company assessments and identify company needs to sell organizational initiatives. 
  • Coordinate with field staff and company management for proposal development and new project contract execution. 
  • Attend follow up meetings for project closeouts, coordinate survey responses, and identify potential future projects/referrals. 
  • Develops relationships for future business opportunities with current and new companies. 
  • Enter information into CRM system and maintain accurate customer records and project status reports. 
  • Attend events/trade shows in order to network and meet potential new customers. 
  • Assist with coordination of sponsored events as needed. 
  • Follow up on incoming inquiries from the website, respond to customer inquiries via phone, participate in telemarketing efforts, and provide business development recommendations based on customer needs & trends. 
  • Assist with development of marketing plan an effort as needed. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field with five (5) plus  years professional experience. 
  • Must possess exceptional communication/people skills, business acumen, and basic understanding of business operations processes.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Customer service experience, entrepreneurial coaching experience, project management experience. Industry or manufacturing background.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Ability and skills in the following areas:
    • Sales, customer service, detailed analysis, marketing, communication.
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Industrial settings, product and commercialization laboratories.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected] .


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted 3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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