Assistant Director of Research Startups - reputed company
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Responsibilities
Engage prospective SLN members to assess their backgrounds, interests, and availability for advisory, mentoring, or operational roles with startup companies. In collaboration with reputed company staff and other sources, identify and facilitate opportunities for SLN member engagement with startups. reputed company and implement frameworks to support effective SLN member participation (e.g., advisory, mentoring, or other roles), and reputed company these engagements, including compensation review and approval. Identify and select startup companies that would benefit from participation in the SLN Board of Advisors or Mentor in Residence programs. Match SLN members to appropriate startup companies, including identifying candidates for Board of Advisors roles. Facilitate direct engagement opportunities for SLN members and others with startups. Organize and conduct key SLN programs and events, including The annual Board of Advisors recruitment meeting where startups present commercialization plans Training sessions for participating startup CEOs Regular (bi-monthly or quarterly) Board of Advisors sessions Provide ongoing guidance and support to startup CEOs participating in SLN programs and other Penn State startups as appropriate. Build and maintain a network of entrepreneurial alumni across the United States. May serve as Penn State’s Tech Scout, supporting high-potential NSF I-Corps teams and connecting them to NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnership (TIP) programs.
Required Qualifications
Experience with technology commercialization, new venture creation, and funding. Excellent planning and management skills. Excellent collaboration, communication, and organizational skills. Excellent finance and budgeting skills. Desired Qualifications Advanced technical degree or MBA. Experience working in a university setting, preferably in a research commercialization role. Experience in creating startup ventures, teaching entrepreneurship, or investing in startup companies. Experience in launching early-stage technology start-reputed company. Experience with investor pitches and due diligence processes. Work Arrangement This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, with three days per week based at our University Park reputed company office and two days working remotely. Some periodic travel reputed company the United States will be required. Application Instructions Candidates must submit a cover letter and a resume/CV for consideration. 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