Venture Builder Incubator Programme Manager
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Venture Builder Incubator Programme Manager
EI Grade 8
(48896 - 59300)
The Venture Builder Incubator Programme (VBI) Manager will provide specialist leadership in the design content and delivery of the University of Edinburghs flagship Venture Builder Incubator (VBI) programme ensuring quality tailored education and practical support for annual cohorts of up to 36 early-stage founders
with a research background to create and develop robust data driven/ deep tech start-ups. These founders are from Universities across Scotland and the Programme partners with Techscaler and Cancer Research Horizon.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week) we welcome applications from candidates seeking part-time hoursor flexible working patterns and secondments. We also support hybrid working on a non-contractual basis offering a blend of home and on-site working to help you balance work and life effectively.
The experience and qualities we are looking for:
- Demonstrable experience of managing and delivering successful innovation/entrepreneurial support Programmes
- Experience of delivering entrepreneurship activities in a Higher Education setting (ideally for student/PhD programmes) and supporting research created founders.
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of startup business growth and digital development issues & solutions
- Experience of being a Founder (successful or otherwise) or involved in a start-up/scale up company.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills thought leadership experience.
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About Us
At Edinburgh Innovations (EI) our culture is built on three core values: CollaborativeProgressiveand Innovative. We believe the best results come from working together sharing ideas and supporting one another. Were always looking forward embracing change challenging assumptions and pushing boundaries to grow. Innovation is at the heart of what we do encouraging creativity and fresh thinking at every level of the business.
If you thrive in a team-driven environment that values bold ideas and continuous improvement youll fit right in.
Championing Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Were committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to thrive. At EI we celebrate diversity in all its forms and actively seek to create a team that reflects the communities around us. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds experiences and identities because different perspectives make us stronger.
As a valued member of our team you can look forward to:
- A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience
- An exciting positive and creative workplace thats as rewarding as it is challenging
- A generous 40 days of combined annual leave and public holiday entitlement
- A comprehensive benefits package including a defined contribution pension scheme (currently 3.5/4.5% employee and 9/14.5% employer contributions) family-friendly policies flexible working options and more
- Ongoing support to develop your skills grow your career and recognise your achievements
About You
At EI we look for people who live our core behaviours in everything they do
- You work well with others build strong relationships and believe that teamwork drives better outcomes.
- Youre curious creative and not afraid to challenge the norm to find smarter solutions.
- You take responsibility for your work follow through on commitments and are driven to deliver results.
- You seek feedback grow from experiences and are always looking to improve.
- You genuinely care about the impact of your work on colleagues customers and the wider community.
If this sounds like you wed love to hear from you.
Application Information
Please submit yourCValong with acovering letter that tells us why youre interested in the role and how your skills and experience make you a strong fit.
Right to Work
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately we are not able to offer sponsorshipfor this role. You will be required to provide documentation as part of the recruitment process to confirm your eligibility to work in the UK.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 13th October 2025.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.
Interviews will be held 23rd 28th and 30th October.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
