General Partner

About the Company

Prestigious public university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1908

Employees
10,001+

Categories
B2C
Higher Education
British Columbia
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Teaching
Vancouver
Education
Science
Sociology
Twitter
University of British Columbia
Civil Engineering
Universities

Specialties
research excellence
intercultural understanding
student learning
community engagement
aboriginal engagement
alumni engagement
international engagement
outstanding work environment
and sustainability

Business Classifications
B2C

About the Role

The Company is seeking a General Partner to lead its early-stage venture capital fund, which is dedicated to supporting the commercialization of breakthrough research and fostering the growth of high-potential companies in the life sciences and deep technology sectors. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and executing the fund's investment strategy, constructing a diverse and high-performing portfolio, and engaging with key stakeholders including entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem partners.



This role demands a seasoned professional with a proven track record in venture capital or entrepreneurship, particularly in the areas of life sciences and deep tech, and the ability to operate in a agile, inaugural-fund setting.

The General Partner will have the unique chance to build a venture capital platform from the ground up, leveraging the support of the company's strategic partners. They must be adept at all aspects of fund management, from investment decision-making to fundraising, and be prepared to take on a multifaceted role that includes team leadership and fund operations. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of investment acumen, entrepreneurial spirit, and strong relationship-building skills, and will be instrumental in positioning the fund as a leading source of capital for research-driven innovation. This is a pivotal role for an individual who is passionate about innovation, entrepreneurship, and the commercialization of research, and who is ready to make a lasting impact on the province's innovation ecosystem.

Functions
General Management

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