Associate Director - Technology Ventures

Northeastern University

Boston, United States
Base: $76,335.00 - $107,823.75; bonus/equity: not ...
On-site
Identify and nurture technologies for commercialization
Lead new venture creation efforts
Manage a portfolio of spinouts
The primary responsibility of the role of Associate Director of Tech Ventures is to identify and nurture promising technologies and teams ripe for commercialization through new venture creation

Job Summary

  • The primary responsibility of the role of Associate Director of Tech Ventures is to identify and nurture promising technologies and teams ripe for commercialization through new venture creation.
  • This position will contribute to the Center for Research Innovation's mission to increase real-world impact through successful commercialization of Northeastern inventions, positioning the university as a leader in technology transfer and venture creation.
  • This is a fixed-term, benefits eligible role expected to run one year from the start date of the finalist.

Matching Summary

The primary responsibility of the role of Associate Director of Tech Ventures is to identify and nurture promising technologies and teams ripe for commercialization through new venture creation.

Salary

Base: $76,335.00 - $107,823.75; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Identify and nurture technologies for commercialization
  • Lead new venture creation efforts
  • Manage a portfolio of spinouts
  • Develop programming for entrepreneurial activities
  • Translate scientific ideas to impact
  • Foster entrepreneurial mindsets
  • Develop actionable venture creation roadmaps
  • Engage diverse stakeholders
  • Strategic thinking and opportunity identification
  • Maintain professionalism and confidentiality

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in university technology transfer
  • Knowledge of entrepreneurial ecosystems
  • Develop strategic industry positioning
  • Support development of investable business plans
  • Cultivate relationships with inventors
  • Educate faculty on commercialization
  • Provide coaching and mentoring to researchers
  • Design and implement support initiatives
  • Create best practices for venture development
  • Collaborate on fundraising strategy
  • Build and maintain talent pipeline
  • Engage with industry leaders and investors
  • Facilitate collaborations
  • Represent the Center for Research Innovation

Key Requirements

  • Advanced degree (PhD, MBA) with significant experience
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Demonstrated experience in cross-team collaboration
  • Experience in venture creation
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proven ability to identify opportunities
  • Experience in managing portfolios
  • Conduct market analysis
  • Understanding of commercialization pathways

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