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Manager, Venture Development at University of Chicago - ApplyBlast

Manager, Venture Development

University of Chicago

4 months ago

Hybrid

Full Time

Senior

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About this role

The Manager, Venture Development at the Polsky Center supports the Senior Director in advancing the commercialization of faculty-led computer science and physical science ventures. This role involves managing investor relationships, tracking portfolio metrics, and assisting startups with launch strategies and intellectual property protection. The position bridges academic research and the external venture ecosystem to create funding and strategic opportunities for university faculty.

Responsibilities

Manage relationships with venture capital and corporate investment partners to secure funding opportunities
Support faculty in developing commercialization strategies and preparing investor pitch decks
Coordinate networks of entrepreneurial talent and mentors for startup growth
Monitor venture capital trends and emerging technology sectors to inform faculty strategies
Evaluate research innovations for intellectual property protection and commercial potential

Skills

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in related field2-5 years of work experience in technology commercialization or venture creation

About University of Chicago

uchicago.edu

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Company Size

1-10 employees

Founded

1890

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The University of Chicago is a world-leading research university that advances field‑defining scholarship while providing a rigorous, transformative education to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It comprises a wide range of schools and research centers across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, law, and medicine, and actively promotes interdisciplinary inquiry and innovation. The university engages with the broader public through news, events, and outreach, and provides admissions, campus visit, and student resources for prospective and current members of its community.