Venture Capitalist jobs in Colorado

As one of 40 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), our goal at CU Boulder is to directly benefit the world through collaborative research, innovation and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff and students work with the broader community to establish unique connections that have lasting outcomes—both across Colorado and around the world. CU Boulder aspires to be a top university for innovation.

Venture Partners at CU Boulder is a key catalyst for innovation. Venture Partners’ mission is to translate breakthrough inventions from the University to society. Our work is exciting, fast-paced, and multidisciplinary, bringing together the domains of business, science, and law. We work with university researchers and external business partners to commercialize new products and form new startup companies.

CU Boulder is situated in one of the most innovative communities in the country. Boulder has been ranked by Forbes as the best city in America in which to start a business, and as the top city in America by Bloomberg’s Brain Concentration Index.

• Meet with researchers for new invention intake and guide researchers to entrepreneurship resources.
• Assess university inventions for patentability and commercial potential.
• Assist with intellectual property decisions for a portfolio of inventions.
• Support online and in-person entrepreneurship trainings and events.
• Build marketing material and manage online marketing platforms for inventions.
• Identify prospective licensee companies as well as engage prospects and convert to licensing leads.
• Draft agreements from standard templates.

• This position offers a hybrid work modality with a minimum of 2-3 days per week on-site.

The hiring range for this position is $55,000 - $70,000 annually. Relocation funds are available for eligible candidates.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

• Passion for innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Track record of coordinating multiple objectives in parallel.
• Positive demeanor with the ability to adapt to new situations.
• Collaborative and problem-solving approach.
• Outstanding integrity, communication, and relational maturity in all interactions.
• Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural, racial, political, geographical, and other differences.

• University degree in science, business, law, or engineering.
• Experience in entrepreneurship, such as venture competitions, startup accelerators, your own startup venture, or university entrepreneurship programs/courses.
• Study of, or work experience with, intellectual property.
• Experience with sales or online marketing.