General Partner

General Partner About the Company Prestigious public university IndustryHigher Education TypeEducational Institution Founded1908 Employees10,001+ Categories B2CHigher EducationBritish ColumbiaCapital PunishmentTeachingVancouverEducationScienceSociologyTwitterUniversity of British ColumbiaCivil EngineeringUniversities Specialties research excellenceintercultural understandingstudent learningcommunity engagementaboriginal engagementalumni engagementinternational engagementoutstanding work environmentand 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 dynamic, inaugural-fund environment. The General Partner will have the unique opportunity 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