Senior Managing Director of Entrepreneurship -DIAL at Purdue

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.

Career Stream

PARI Senior Manager

Job Code: 20003977

Effective August 1, 2022 a background check will be required for all internal employees who have not had one within the last year.

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Senior Managing Director of Entrepreneurship -DIAL

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