Deep Tech Venture Program Lead

Singapore Management University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Management University invites an experienced leader to head the Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship's acceleration programmes. You will design workshops, mentor sessions, and investor pitches, while providing hands-on guidance on technology validation and fundraising strategies.

You will source startups regionally and globally, oversee cohesive cohorts, and build partnerships with industry leaders, research institutions, and VCs across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and the Middle

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in STEM, Business, or related disciplines; PhD and/or MBA preferred.
• 8–10 years in venture capital, startup acceleration, or innovation program management.
• Strong knowledge of deep tech sectors and commercialization pathways.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver tailored acceleration programmes, including workshops, mentorship sessions, and investor pitch events.
• Source and recruit promising startups regionally and globally; oversee cohort selection.
• Establish partnerships with industry leaders, research institutions, corporates, and VCs across key markets.
• Design and sustain a deep-tech mentor engagement programme with pro-bono experts.
• Manage programme logistics, evaluate startups for admission, and track KPI progress.
• Contribute to marketing strategy to raise accelerator profile and global awareness.

Skills

Venture capital

Startup acceleration

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Ownership & accountability

Education

Advanced degree in STEM/Business (PhD/MBA preferred)

Job description

Singapore Management University invites an experienced leader to head the Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship's acceleration programmes. You will design workshops, mentor sessions, and investor pitches, while providing hands-on guidance on technology validation and fundraising strategies.

You will source startups regionally and globally, oversee cohesive cohorts, and build partnerships with industry leaders, research institutions, and VCs across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and the Middle