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Form of workThe Oklahoma Biotech Startup Programs (OKBIOSTART) Concept Program Manager is a key member of the Tom Love Innovation Hub staff, working closely with the OKBIOSTART Executive Director to plan and execute outreach, training, and mentoring initiatives. The Program Manager will be responsible for a broad spectrum of tasks and projects supporting programs designed to increase Oklahoma’s competitiveness in biotech for early-stage innovators.
The OKBIOSTART Programs will bring together key ecosystem partners across academia, investors, corporate, government, and entrepreneurial support organizations to accelerate innovation, commercialize research, and grow new biotech startups in Central Oklahoma in a repeatable, scalable manner. This Program Manager position will support the creation and implementation of the OKBIOSTART Concept Program. For compelling startup concepts that emerge from the Community, the Concept Program will evaluate market size, industry interest, regulatory outlook, intellectual property position, technical risks, fundability, and path forward. Concept Program participants will receive focused entrepreneurial training leveraging OU’s top ranked business programs and startup expertise across the entire ecosystem.
Primary Roles & Responsibilities:
- Assist with preparation and execution of OKBIOSTART’s programs focused on assessing, training, and developing strategies for biotech innovations across central Oklahoma
- Work across the central Oklahoma biotech community from Norman to Stillwater with key partners such as OU, OUHSC, OSU, OMRF, and Hough Ear Institute.
- Coordinate OKBIOSTART Concept Program due diligence processes in partnership with key organizations across the entrepreneurial ecosystem
- Promote Concept Program and implement processes for application, evaluation, and feedback for applicants.
- Support day-to-day operations in support of OKBIOSTART programs and program participants
- Coordinate entrepreneurial training for Concept participants
- Engage with our statewide and national network of partners to market and execute programs
- In close partnership with ecosystem partners, support analysis and evaluation of biotech innovations and provide recommendations for participation in Launch programs
- Support research and data collection around Concept program
- Develops program goals and objectives
- Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
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Required Education: Bachelors degree AND
- 48 months of program development, program management or related experience
Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 96 months of related experience.
Skills:
- Project management
- Entrepreneurial program development
- Team building
- Networking
- Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail
- Proficient in composing or presenting oral and written communication
- Strong networking skills and able to build relationships with other ESOs
- Confidence in facilitating client consultations and discussions to provide program guidance
- Ability to work independently with modest supervision
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects, often with shifting priorities and requiring collaboration across many departments
- Demonstrate curiosity, creativity, and a drive for excellence
Advertised Physical Requirements:
- Ability to engage in repetitive motions.
- Standard Office Environment. Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods. May be required to travel. May require contact with other departments and university officials
Departmental Preferences:
- Master's degree or Ph.D.
- 36-48 months experience working with startup companies, universities, entrepreneurial ecosystem partners
- Experience with leading entrepreneurial support programs, technology transition, venture capital, product development, and commercialization
- Biotech startup or support program experience
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.
Diversity Statement: The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person's unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.
Organization: Price Innovation Hub
Job Location: Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Dec 8, 2023
