Position Title: Director, Startup Ventures

Posting Number: R220120

Employer: Research Foundation

Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000

FTE: 1.00

Position Summary:

• Develop and implement initiatives/programs to increase the success rate and velocity of qualified startups to maximize value creation.
• Empower the team to support and grow these initiatives
• Monitor, track and report on progress
  
  

• Manage a $13.5 million technology commercialization proof of concept and seed investment fund. Working with BEP Marketing team to develop marketing that will support the activities.

• Build an effective network of mentors, advisors and entrepreneurs to advance the innovations to market.
• Enhance collaboration and connections to the broader Western New York entrepreneur ecosystem.
  
  

• Responsible for actively providing an inclusive environment through role modeling inclusive behaviors and providing equitable opportunities for all in the recruitment, interview, hiring, coaching and development, promotion and recognition of BEP employees.
• Effectively manage, mentor, and develop the team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years working in the entrepreneurial/startup community.
• Two years coaching or leading others.
• Extensive relevant work experience that can be drawn upon in advising and mentoring early-stage companies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of moving technology from idea to market.
• Experience leading, coaching, or investing in scalable, technology-driven companies.
• Experience developing and managing programs within a university environment with multiple stakeholders and sponsors preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 or more years experience as a startup founder or co-founder.

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Quicklink for Posting: 34836