Incubator Assistant Director, Life Sciences & Partnerships

Acphs; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Wellness rewards

Free gym access

Free parking

Identity theft protection

Job summary

ACPHS is seeking an Assistant Director to support the NYSTAR Certified Business Incubator for AMPS in Albany, NY. The role drives tenant recruitment, programming, outreach, and operational oversight, reporting to the Executive Director, CBET.

The position requires strong organization, proactive communication, and ability to manage multiple initiatives with academic researchers, industry partners, and economic development bodies. On-site, full-time in Albany.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, life sciences, entrepreneurship, marketing, economic development, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of relevant professional experience in business development, program coordination, operations, entrepreneurship support, or a related area.
• Experience working with business incubators, accelerators, startups, or entrepreneurial support organizations. (preferred)
• Experience in tenant recruitment, business development, marketing, or partnership cultivation. (Preferred)
• Experience collecting performance metrics and preparing program reports. (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective tenants and develop occupancy strategies.
• Coordinate tenant inquiries, tours, meetings, and applications.
• Maintain tenant pipeline, occupancy metrics, and program outcomes.
• Oversee day-to-day incubator operations and tenant services.
• Cultivate partnerships with regional innovation partners and stakeholders.
• Prepare periodic activity reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Biotech familiarity

NYSTAR familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ACPHS is seeking an Assistant Director to support the NYSTAR Certified Business Incubator for AMPS in Albany, NY. The role drives tenant recruitment, programming, outreach, and operational oversight, reporting to the Executive Director, CBET.

The position requires strong organization, proactive communication, and ability to manage multiple initiatives with academic researchers, industry partners, and economic development bodies. On-site, full-time in Albany.