Venture Architect

About the Role

Join the National GRIP (Graduate Research Innovation Programme), Singapore's premier deep tech venture creation platform, where scientific innovation meets entrepreneurship. As a Venture Architect, you will be instrumental in converting scientific breakthroughs into impactful startups that influence the future landscape.

Primary Responsibilities

• Guide startup teams from ideation through launch, assisting them in developing validated business models and overcoming practical challenges.
• Identify promising technologies and potential entrepreneurs within universities, establishing strategic collaborations throughout the innovation ecosystem.
• Bring market intelligence back to research labs to shape project directions and pinpoint viable commercial prospects.
• Collaborate closely with various units within NUS Enterprise to ensure a unified approach to venture creation and scaling.
• Support ventures within the GRIP program in areas such as fundraising, strategic recruitment, and acquiring key clients to build scalable enterprises.
• Provide founders with entrepreneurial expertise and strategic insights to excel in competitive markets.

Candidate Requirements

• Possess a Master’s or PhD degree in science, engineering, or related disciplines.
• Have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in technology-driven businesses, including roles in company leadership, venture capital, or founding startups.
• Demonstrated firsthand experience working in startup environments; founder experience is highly advantageous.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the semiconductor or artificial intelligence sectors; experience in medical devices or climate tech is a plus.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and market dynamics.
• Excellent communications skills, both spoken and written, with strong influencing and negotiation abilities.
• Deep passion for innovation and entrepreneurship, accompanied by a readiness to take measured risks.
• Ability to flourish in a dynamic, fast-paced setting, quickly adapting to evolving challenges.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to ethical standards and integrity in business conduct.

Additional Information

This role is a two-year contract position based at the Kent Ridge Campus. Only candidates shortlisted will be contacted for further steps.