Principal Program Manager (Academic Network)

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• Bracknell, United Kingdom

• Cork/Dublin, Ireland

• Munich, Germany

Reports to: Group Director, Academic Network

Job Overview:

The Cadence Academic Network Team focuses on introducing Intelligent system Design Technologies to the Global Academic Ecosystem.

We provide easy accesses to industry grade Computational Software technologies in the areas of EDA, IP, VLSI, Hardware, RF, System Simulation, Molecular Biology and more.

The Cadence Academic Network focuses on enabling fundamental research, building specialized talent communities, supporting workforce development and promoting the Cadence brand with the academic population.

We implement Computational Software proficiencies such as Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence through designed programs, teaching, research, systems and tools.

We are hiring a leader to support and develop our Academic network in EMEA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Proactively build Strong academic relationships, design programs and solutions to proliferate technology adoption at universities.

• Support workforce development for Cadence and Cadence customers by advising and assisting with curriculum design.

• Develop specialised research communities to advance collaborative research of our technology.

• A strong and collaborative presence in the academic space is key to identifying high-potential, diverse, technical talent, technical and business collaborations, and influencing curriculums at key academic institutions.

• In addition, your support will be required to design and implement teaching and research programs in EMEA universities.

• Function as an Applications Engineer for professors and students, by providing training and support on Cadence technology in partnership with Cadence Education Services and Ecosystem partners.

• You will be viewed as a brand representative at university events, serving as a point of contact within Cadence for university engagements to ensure coordination of interactions, cohesion and consistency in engagement strategy and best practices.

• You will be expected to collaborate with the Cadence internal client groups by delivering support and guidance on messaging, programs and partnerships to Cadence EMEA R&D and WFO, enabling and motivating them to act and represent Cadence in their location or discipline.

Job Qualifications:

• MSc degree, PHD - a plus, in Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

• 8-10 yrs of experience in Semiconductor or Electronic Design.

• Familiarity with a university setting and an understanding of the academic stakeholder and university processes. Academic connections - a plus.

• Customer-oriented with a high degree of personal initiative, hands-on approach and flexibility.

• Project Management/Organisational Skills.

• Team-oriented and works well across a variety of personalities and disciplines.

• Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills.

Additional Information:

Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Travel: Some travel to Universities / Networking Events will be required.
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