Director, Semiconductor Institute Texas A&M University | College Station, Texas The Texas A&M University System (System) is seeking an experienced and innovative leader to serve as inaugural Director of the Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute (Institute). Created in response to federal and state-level CHIPS and Science Act legislation, the Institute represents an ambitious and transformational investment to advance research of semiconductor technologies and create a hub for expertise and resources that strengthen the semiconductor industry in this country.In May 2023, the System Board of Regents approved the establishment of the Institute. In June 2023, Texas Governor Abbott signed the Texas CHIPS Act appropriating $1.4 billion in funding for semiconductor research, development, and manufacturing for Texas, where $226.4 million was directly appropriated to the System. Significant additional funding is anticipated for the Institute through the federal CHIPS and Science Act.The Institute will be a multidisciplinary research organization that focuses on advancing semiconductor manufacturing technology and promoting workforce development in the semiconductor industry. The Institute will also serve as a hub for research collaboration between academic researchers, industry, and government partners to develop innovative solutions to complex semiconductor manufacturing challenges. The Institute will also coordinate education and training programs to help develop the next generation of the semiconductor workforce, including undergraduate and graduate courses, professional development programs, and continuing education opportunities. In addition, the Institute will be committed to providing secure production of semiconductors for the defense department, ensuring the integrity and reliability of the semiconductor supply chain for national security purposes.The successful candidate will be a talented leader who brings a proven track record of accomplishment and breadth of relationships in the semiconductor industry. As an inaugural role, the director must be an entrepreneurial leader with a drive, vision, and inspiration to build a significantly funded research institute from the ground up. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience as a senior executive in a research, government, or business organization focused on semiconductors and/or related technologies.All inquiries, nominations, and applications should be directed electronically below.Andy Lee is leading this search with Raul Bernal. APPLY NOMINATE contact Raul Bernal Full Description