Director of Ventures and Product Development
Company: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Location: Aurora
Posted on: October 23, 2024
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Job Description:
University Staff Description University of Colorado Anschutz
Medical Campus
Department: CU Innovations
Job Title: Director of Ventures and Product Development
Position #:00781302 - Requisition #:34896
Job Summary:
Join us to drive innovation and create impactful ventures in
pharmaceutical, medical device, diagnostic, and digital health
technologies!
The Director of Ventures and Product Development will be a driven,
entrepreneurial, passionate, and rigorous professional who will
help run an established proof-of-concept bio-accelerator program
within CU Innovations and support venture creation and product
development across the campus. They will drive innovative problem
solving for early-stage academic discoveries, manage complex client
and stakeholder interactions, produce industry-enhancing thought
leadership, and ensure the excellence of client deliverables. The
Director of Ventures and Product Development will also pursue
business development opportunities that drive the Venture program's
continued growth. They will design and implement internal
initiatives that support spinout ventures, grant program cohorts
and the CU Innovations' mission.
The Director of Ventures and Product Development will take the
Ventures program to the next level by utilizing existing resources
effectively and efficiently and working to develop new resources to
complement existing infrastructure, including working with faculty
to evaluate early-stage discoveries, recruiting subject matter
experts as mentors and building long-term relationships with
industry partners to develop early-stage scientific discoveries as
products.
Key Responsibilities:
Cultivate an environment that promotes the creation of high-value
venture companies
Expand upon the organizational infrastructure for CU Innovations
Ventures programming
Supervise the day-to-day functioning of grant programs such as the
SPARK program
Help build project plans and milestones for selected teams in
collaboration with program mentors and outside experts
Plan and execute activities for the ventures programming, including
extensive coordination, planning, and communication.
Help faculty to identify CROs to work with and assist with the
preparation of relevant documents ahead of interactions with
regulatory agencies or investors.
Connect selected teams to product development experts and as these
teams form startups, help identify business partners and investors
for them.
Work Location:
Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3-4 days
per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.
Why Join Us:
CU Innovations is working with researchers and clinicians to
discover new treatment options, medical devices, diagnostic
strategies and innovative technologies to improve the lives and
outcomes of patients. CU Innovations works directly with
researchers, clinicians and external partners at the University of
Colorado, and staff at UCHealth and at Children's Hospital Colorado
to commercialize their innovations. It is our mission to enable
commercialization through the best route for a given technology and
ensure that technologies can optimally benefit patients.
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,
vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an
excellent benefits package including:
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross
pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU
campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
There are many additional perks & programs with the .
Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to
recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and
administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture
of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We
encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized
individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+
community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has
also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University
of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and
employment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in chemistry, pharmacology, biochemistry,
biology, genetics, biomedical engineering or related field.
8+ years or professional experience working in similar roles,
including experience in product development in biotechnology,
venture development, working with academic investigators, and
developing and implementing project plans.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in chemistry, pharmacology, biochemistry, biology,
genetics, biomedical engineering or related field.
10+ years or professional experience working in similar roles,
including experience in product development in biotechnology,
venture development, working with academic investigators, and
developing and implementing project plans.
MBA.
Post-doctoral fellowship or instructor experience.
Product development experience in large biotechnology
corporations.
Previous experience running an academic incubator program advancing
faculty ventures.
Competencies:
Strategic Thinking: Strong conceptual thinker with the ability to
grasp and navigate abstract concepts, relate them to one another,
and translate those concepts into strategies and practical
actions.
Project Management: Confident in leading and executing a portfolio
of interconnected projects with high attention to detail across
multiple stakeholders.
Research and Data Synthesis: Ability to independently recognize
learning opportunities, design and conduct research, gather data,
structure quantitative and qualitative analyses, and draw and apply
actionable recommendations.
Written and Verbal Communication: Excellent skills in creating
original public content and delivering verbal presentations in
multiple settings.
Self-Starter: Proactive in identifying problems and opportunities,
developing recommendations, and acting on those
recommendations.
Adaptability: Thrives in an ambiguous environment with the autonomy
to drive work.
Learning Mindset: Desires continuous improvement; has an innate
sense of curiosity and is grounded by self-awareness that provides
space for learning and growth.
Passion for Impact: Driven by the desire to contribute to societal
change, making the economy work for all people, and interested in
system integration and social change theories.
Community Building: Recognizes the value of a well-prepared and
supported community, can bring together thought leaders, facilitate
conversations, and remove barriers to collaboration.
Leadership and Mobilization: Possesses a mix of vision and tactics,
manages multiple teams on various projects, and is willing to
engage directly in tasks.
Resourcefulness and Adaptability: Comfortable with ambiguity and
rapid change, possesses a positive attitude, and identifies
creative solutions to obstacles while managing multiple
responsibilities.
Commitment to Inclusion: Consistently considers diverse
perspectives, has experience working with diverse teams, and values
creating a supportive workplace.
Team Player: Willing to support both small projects and large
strategic goals, earning influence without authority, and always
ready to lend a hand.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following
document(s):
1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they
relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the
position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references, including name, address,
phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Questions should be directed to: Lindley Pagels,
Screening of Applications Begins:
Screening begins immediately and continues until position is
filled. For best consideration, apply by October 11, 2024
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has
been established as $155,035 - $170,000
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the
University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of
possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be
eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans
and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Total Compensation Calculator:
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants
with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To
request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with
Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA
Coordinator at .
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to
ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,
students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct
background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19
virus and other . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare
facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or
clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply
with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the
facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer,
respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or
perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the
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Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of
References Job Category: Business Services Primary Location: Hybrid
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21705 -
ADM-CHAN Anschutz Tech Transfe Schedule: Full-time Posting Date:
Sep 16, 2024 Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Lindley
Pagels Posting Contact Email: lindley.pagels@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number: 00781302
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