BioGenerator Ventures, the investment arm of BioSTL, is seeking multiple qualified candidates to join our team as Venture Fellows. BioGenerator Ventures creates, builds, and invests in companies that are solving important problems in human health and agriculture. The Venture Fellow role is designed to train individuals interested in entrepreneurial leadership roles. Ventures Fellows will complete a curriculum that includes training sessions led by industry professionals, mentorship by entrepreneurial leaders, and due diligence and deal transaction work with the BioGenerator Ventures investment team.
Fellowship Responsibilities:
· Participating in and completing all workshops, short courses, and seminars included in the curriculum
· Meeting with industry professionals and experts in areas relevant to the fellow’s target industry
· Working with the investment team to execute due diligence projects and deal transactions
· Providing analysis of potential investments including written and oral recommendations
· Supporting existing portfolio companies as their advance their business models
· Working with the investment team to building and support national investment syndicates
· Regular meetings with the Program Manager to discuss feedback on the curriculum
· Engaging with the community to discuss the entrepreneurial path and experience as a Venture Fellow
· Commitment to identifying and joining a biotech company or venture capital group at the end of the fellowship
Qualifications/Experience:
· PhD in life sciences or equivalent career experience, or MBA with professional biotech experience
· Deep understanding of life science technology with an emphasis on applied and commercial applications
· Highest personal integrity
· Experience with startup creation, management, due diligence, and/or capitalization a plus
Skills:
· Demonstrated track record of independent analytical thinking and successful multi- tasking
· Ability to excel in a team setting and independently
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Ability to effectively communicate with diverse constituents (investors, inventors, faculty, entrepreneurs)
· Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines promptly and efficiently
· Ability to dissect and understand complex scientific and business issues
· Management of internal and external resources across multiple simultaneous projects
Application:
Please upload a detailed letter of interest and resume on the BioSTL.org website under this job posting heading. Confidential inquiries can be submitted to crystal@biogeneratorventures.com with this job posting title in the subject line. Please note that successful applicants must reside in the St. Louis, Missouri region or be willing to immediately relocate to St. Louis. BioSTL is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all members. We seek individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences who bring diverse perspectives to work. This is an equal employment opportunity.
About BioGenerator
BioGenerator Ventures creates, builds, and invests in companies that are solving important problems in human health and agriculture. BioGenerator Ventures is the investment arm of BioSTL. Visit BioGeneratorventures.com for additional information and follow us on twitter @BioGeneratorSTL.
About BioSTL
Since 2001, BioSTL has laid the foundation for St. Louis' innovation economy with a comprehensive set of transformational programs that advance St. Louis’ leadership in solving important world challenges in agriculture, medicine, health care, and other technology areas. BioSTL has introduced nationally-acclaimed initiatives in startup creation and investment (BioGenerator), strategic business attraction (GlobalSTL), physical environment (including Cortex and BioGenerator Labs), entrepreneur support (Fundamentals), seed and venture capital, a diverse and inclusive workforce, and public policy. Find us online at biostl.org and follow us on twitter @BioSTL.
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