Assistant Manager / Executive (Start-Up & Incubation Centre)

Ganpat University; Mahesana; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Ganpat University in Gujarat seeks an Assistant Manager / Executive to support its Start‑Up & Incubation Centre, coordinating incubation programs and entrepreneurship development activities.

You will collaborate with start‑ups, mentors, investors, government agencies and academic partners to ensure successful execution of initiatives, organize workshops and assist in IP filings, MIS reporting, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field from a recognized university.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage incubation and entrepreneurship development programs.
• Support start-ups in business planning, market research, and business model validation.
• Organize workshops, bootcamps, hackathons, mentoring sessions, and innovation events.
• Assist in IPR, patent filing, and technology commercialization activities.
• Coordinate with mentors, investors, industry partners, academic institutions, and government agencies.
• Support proposal preparation for grants, innovation schemes, and funded incubation projects.
• Maintain incubation records, MIS reports, and project documentation.
• Facilitate Start-up India (DPIIT), MSME registration, company incorporation, and related compliance processes.
• Build partnerships with industries, incubators, accelerators, and innovation networks.
• Promote entrepreneurship and innovation among students, faculty, and researchers.
• Support day-to-day operations of the Start-up & Incubation Centre.

Skills

Start-up ecosystem

Innovation management

Entrepreneurship development

IPR

Patent filing

Technology commercialization

Research translation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Presentation

Report writing

Project coordination

MS Office

Google Workspace

Education

Master's degree (Tech/Science/Pharma/Mngmt/CA/Entrepreneurship)

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Description – Assistant Manager / Executive (Start‑Up & Incubation Centre)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Ganpat University:

Ganpat University is committed to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and research excellence. We are looking for a passionate and motivated professional to join our Start‑Up & Incubation Centre and contribute to building a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Position Overview:

The Assistant Manager / Executive will support incubation programs, start‑up mentoring initiatives, innovation projects, industry collaborations, and entrepreneurship development activities. The role involves coordinating with start‑ups, mentors, investors, government agencies, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful execution of incubation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage incubation and entrepreneurship development programs.
• Support start‑ups in business planning, market research, and business model validation.
• Organize workshops, bootcamps, hackathons, mentoring sessions, and innovation events.
• Assist in IPR, patent filing, and technology commercialization activities.
• Coordinate with mentors, investors, industry partners, academic institutions, and government agencies.
• Support proposal preparation for grants, innovation schemes, and funded incubation projects.
• Maintain incubation records, MIS reports, and project documentation.
• Facilitate Start‑up India (DPIIT), MSME registration, company incorporation, and related compliance processes.
• Build partnerships with industries, incubators, accelerators, and innovation networks.
• Promote entrepreneurship and innovation among students, faculty, and researchers.
• Support day‑to‑day operations of the Start‑Up & Incubation Centre.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

Master's Degree in Technology, Science, Pharmacy, Management, Computer Applications, Entrepreneurship, or a related discipline from a recognized university.

Experience:

Assistant Manager: 4–7 years of relevant experience.

Executive: 2–4 years of relevant experience.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of Start‑up Ecosystem, Innovation Management, and Entrepreneurship Development.
• Understanding of IPR, Patent Filing, Technology Commercialization, and Research Translation.
• Familiarity with Start‑up India (DPIIT), MSME Registration, and Company Incorporation.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, presentation, and report‑writing skills.
• Project coordination, analytical thinking, and proficiency in Microsoft Office & Google Workspace.

Why Join Ganpat University?

• Work with one of Gujarat's leading universities.
• Contribute to innovation, research, and entrepreneurship initiatives.
• Collaborate with start‑ups, industry leaders, investors, and government bodies.
• Excellent opportunity for professional growth.