Incubation Manager / Idea Lab In-Charge – Innovation and Entrepreneurship

RFCSR; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

New Prince Shri Bhavani College of Engineering and Technology in Chennai invites applications for the role of Incubation Manager / Idea Lab In-Charge. The incumbent will lead the college's incubation ecosystem, mentor student startups, and drive entrepreneurship activities.

The role requires coordinating innovation programs, organizing workshops and events, and forging collaborations with industry, investors and research bodies to advance startup development and funding opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Management, or relevant discipline.
• Strong understanding of startup ecosystems and incubation processes.
• Experience in mentoring startups and managing innovation programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the incubation center and coordinate innovation programs.
• Guide students and faculty on startup development and business planning.
• Organize workshops, hackathons and entrepreneurship events.
• Establish collaborations with industry, investors and research organizations.
• Oversee funding opportunities and startup incubation processes.
• Ensure effective functioning of the Idea Lab.

Skills

Startup ecosystems

Incubation processes

Mentoring startups

Industry partnerships

Funding mechanisms

Workshops & events

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/Management

Job description

Incubation Manager / Idea Lab In-Charge - Innovation and Entrepreneurship

New Prince Shri Bhavani College of Engineering and Technology Chennai, Tamil Nadu

General Description

New Prince Shri Bhavani College of Engineering and Technology, Chennai invites applications for the position of Incubation Manager / Idea Lab In-Charge. The institution is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to lead its innovation and incubation initiatives, fostering entrepreneurship and supporting student-led startups. The college is a well-established engineering institution affiliated with Anna University and approved by AICTE. It is committed to academic excellence, research, and innovation, with a strong emphasis on industry interaction and skill development. The Idea Lab and incubation ecosystem at the institution aim to nurture innovative ideas, provide mentorship, and facilitate the transformation of concepts into viable business ventures. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing the incubation center, coordinating innovation programs, guiding students and faculty on startup development, organizing workshops, hackathons, and entrepreneurship events, and establishing collaborations with industry, investors, and research organizations. The role also includes overseeing funding opportunities, startup incubation processes, and ensuring the effective functioning of the Idea Lab.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Management, or relevant discipline

Required Expertise/Skills

• Strong understanding of startup ecosystems and incubation processes
• Experience in mentoring startups and managing innovation programs
• Ability to build industry partnerships and collaborations
• Knowledge of funding mechanisms, government schemes, and startup policies
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Experience in conducting workshops, training sessions, and innovation-driven events
• Passion for entrepreneurship, innovation, and student development