Purdue University
Senior Managing Director of Entrepreneurship -DIAL
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West Lafayette, IN
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Other
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May 31st, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Purdue University is hiring a Senior Managing Director for the DIAL Ventures Venture Studio. The role involves leading the strategic design and execution of venture creation phases, managing the Innovation Fellows program, and advancing 8-12 agrifood startups over three years while fostering partnerships and engaging industry stakeholders to promote innovation and entrepreneurial growth.
Highlights
- Lead strategic design and execution of the DIAL Ventures Venture Studio operations including innovation fellowships and startup launches
- Develop and mentor a cohort of Innovation Fellows
- Drive creation and growth of 8-12 agrifood startups within three years
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and build partnerships with agrifood industry leaders, investors, and university stakeholders
- Utilize strong leadership skills to advance innovation and accelerate venture growth within the DIAL entrepreneurial ecosystem
- Required to have a bachelor's degree and at least eight years of relevant experience, with a master's degree preferred
- Employment subject to background check; FLSA exempt status
- Work within Purdue's Applied Research Institute, focusing on applied research and technology transition
- Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
- Purdue does not sponsor employment authorization for this position
Senior Managing Director of Entrepreneurship -DIAL Full Description
Job Summary
The Senior Managing Director will lead the strategic design and execution of the DIAL Ventures Venture Studio, overseeing all phases of venture creation from the Innovation Fellows program through discovery, build, and biannual startup launches. This role will drive the development of 8–12 agrifood startups over a three-year period, while recruiting, managing, and mentoring a cohort of Innovation Fellows. The Senior Director will coordinate cross-functional studio operations and partnerships and actively engage agrifood industry leaders, investors, and university stakeholders to advance innovation, accelerate venture growth, and strengthen the DIAL entrepreneurial ecosystem.
At Purdue, you’ll join a community where unrivaled pride and unlimited potential are more than just words—they’re the foundation of how we work and grow, together. If you’re ready to help build a better world through research that matters, take the next step and join us on this path.
About Us
The Purdue Applied Research Institute (PARI) is a nonprofit entity that extends the reach and impact of Purdue University’s deep research strengths and top-ranked academic programs in engineering, agriculture, science and technology. PARI works to improve national security, microelectronics, infrastructure solutions and to accelerate critical technologies.
Through applied research and program personnel, state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure, PARI significantly enhances Purdue’s ability to translate discoveries into innovative solutions and services for mission-oriented government, industry, NGO and foundation partners. PARI is an incubator for advanced development and transition of leading ideas and technology with potential for significant impact through large-scale prototypes, pilots, and startups.
What We're Looking For
Education and Experience Required:
- Bachelor's degree
- Eight (8) years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred:
- Master's degree
Additional Information:
- Purdue’s benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/summaries.php
- Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions immediately
Who We Are
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
EOE
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