SSTI Job Corner

The Kansas Bioscience Authority is seeking someone to serve as the director of Heartland BioVentures (HBV). The position is responsible for working with HBV's leadership to develop and sustain a robust pipeline of fundable bioscience companies by implementing a technical and business assistance activity following consultative evaluation of investment opportunities.  The best candidates will have substantial business development experience, a proven record of success in a start-up environment and/or investment firm, and experience working in one or more facets of the bioscience industry.  Experience working with boards of directors and/or advisors is preferred as is experience in the bioscience sector.

Penn State, Office of Economic and Workforce Development, recently announced two position openings:

Director Economic Engagement Initiatives. This position will engage with communities and organize University resources in support of transformative regional engagements; coordinate major statewide initiatives in economic development; facilitate regional economic development partnerships between Penn State campuses/programs and external partners; identify funding opportunities and lead proposal development to secure resources in support of economic engagement initiatives. Requires Master's degree (Ph.D. preferred) or equivalent, plus five years of work-related experience in economic development or related fields that include evidence of successful organizational leadership and supervision and a commitment to diversity.