Venture Development Catalyst

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 49,700 - 82,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days of vacation

Health insurance

Tuition coverage for employees and dependents

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Venture Development Specialist to support student entrepreneurs and manage venture development initiatives. This full-time position involves advising students, overseeing venture competitions, and managing relationships within the startup ecosystem.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, relevant experience, and strong skills in project management and communication. The role requires adaptability, as some events may occur evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advises students and alumni on venture development.
• Supports competitions and entrepreneurship initiatives.
• Manages CRM platform and databases.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Communication

Entrepreneurship

Event Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience

Tools

Airtable

Microsoft Office Suite

PitchBook

Crunchbase

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Venture Development Specialist to support student entrepreneurs and manage venture development initiatives. This full-time position involves advising students, overseeing venture competitions, and managing relationships within the startup ecosystem.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, relevant experience, and strong skills in project management and communication. The role requires adaptability, as some events may occur evenings or weekends.