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If you are interested in working at UTEC, please read the job descriptions below and register with the contact form below.

Application Requirements for Venture Capital Associate

ROLE DESCRIPTION

  • Sourcing, due diligence, and investment execution in science and technology startups from Japan and worldwide as a key member of the deal team
  • Hands-on support and value-add to portfolio companies (as Board Director, Auditor, and/or Observer
  • Exit (IPO/M&A) support
  • Collaborations with entrepreneurs, researchers, corporates, professional firms, and their communities

REQUIREMENTS

  • Profound intellectual curiosity and ability to proactively challenge and dive-deep into a wide range of innovations in emerging science and technology frontiers
  • Ability to lead initiatives and drive teams to solve problems
  • Language: English (business level proficiency) and Japanese (basic proficiency)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION/
APTITUDE

  • Master's degree (in science & technology or non-scientific disciplines)
  • Experience of leadership roles in a community
  • Close to native or bilingual English proficiency

PREFERRED MINDSET

  • Ability to set ambitious goals for oneself and consistently drive to achieve them
  • Possess a growth mindset and an ability to form one's own hypothesis about technology and business
  • Dedication, hard work, attention to detail, and commitment to achieve the desired outcomes
  • Enjoys and thrives in a dynamic fast paced, team environment

PREFERRED BACKGROUND

2-7 years of Work Experience in one or more of the following:

  • Founder or leadership role at a startup, or previous experience at a Venture Capital firm
  • Experience at a professional firm (Consulting, PE fund, Investment Bank)
  • International corporate experience, especially related to new business creation at a trading company or technology firm
  • Experience in a relevant field of science & technology

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