Growth Architect, Life Sciences LaunchLabs NYC

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid premiums

401(k) profit sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave

Rewards and recognitions

Volunteer time off

Wellness and fitness incentives

Mentoring and career development

Life insurance & disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. leads the New York City LaunchLabs platform, overseeing operations, sourcing and supporting member companies, and interfacing with academic institutions, investors, and industry groups to promote the LaunchLabs brand.

The role sits within our entrepreneurial Life Science team and offers exposure to strategic initiatives and growth opportunities across the ecosystem. The Executive Director will source diligence on member companies, manage budgets, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field required; master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• At least 7 years of prior experience supporting or building life science startup companies.
• Robust understanding of early-stage company-building activities.
• Strong financial experience required.
• Strong network within the New York City life science ecosystem.
• Ability to multi-task and communicate effectively.
• Highly organized and diligent about documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing, conducting diligence on, and selecting potential LaunchLabs member companies and/or strategic capital recipients.
• Support the growth and development of member companies.
• Track member company progress and identify resources to accelerate their growth.
• Source and coordinate third-party service providers to assist members companies.
• Oversee all day-to-day operations, programming, and coordination with Alexandria staff on license/lease administration, accounting, and other business matters related to the site.
• Develop and maintain operating budgets and related financial reports.
• Report on overall status of the LaunchLabs site to Alexandria’s senior leadership team.
• Work with the Events and LaunchLabs teams to plan and execute strategic programming for member companies.
• Source and conduct diligence on potential venture investment opportunities.
• Represent Alexandria at industry-related events and workshops as a key brand ambassador.

Skills

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Multi-tasking

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Life sciences ecosystem knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or MBA

Job description

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. leads the New York City LaunchLabs platform, overseeing operations, sourcing and supporting member companies, and interfacing with academic institutions, investors, and industry groups to promote the LaunchLabs brand.

The role sits within our entrepreneurial Life Science team and offers exposure to strategic initiatives and growth opportunities across the ecosystem. The Executive Director will source diligence on member companies, manage budgets, and