Job Description

Venture Builder Incubator Programme Manager

EI Grade 8

(48,896 - 59,300)

The Venture Builder Incubator Programme (VBI) Manager will provide specialist leadership in the design, content and delivery of the University of Edinburgh's flagship Venture Builder Incubator (VBI) programme, ensuring quality, tailored education and practical support for annual cohorts of up to 36 early-stage founders


with a research background, to create and develop robust data driven/ deep tech start-ups. These founders are from Universities across Scotland and the Programme partners with Techscaler and Cancer Research Horizon.



This post is full-time (35 hours per week), we welcome applications from candidates seeking

part-time hours

or

flexible working patterns

and secondments. We also support

hybrid working

on a non-contractual basis, offering a blend of home and on-site working to help you balance work and life effectively.

The experience and qualities we are looking for:

Demonstrable experience of managing and delivering successful innovation/entrepreneurial support Programmes

Experience of delivering entrepreneurship activities in a Higher Education setting (ideally for student/PhD programmes) and supporting research created founders.

Excellent knowledge and understanding of startup business growth and digital development issues & solutions

Experience of being a Founder (successful or otherwise) or involved in a start-up/scale up company.

Excellent communication and presentation skills - thought leadership experience.

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About Us

At Edinburgh Innovations (EI), our culture is built on three core values:

Collaborative,

P

rogressive

and I

nnovative.

We believe the best results come from working together, sharing ideas, and supporting one another. We're always looking forward, embracing change, challenging assumptions, and pushing boundaries to grow. Innovation is at the heart of what we do, encouraging creativity and fresh thinking at every level of the business.



If you thrive in a team-driven environment that values bold ideas and continuous improvement, you'll fit right in.

Championing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. At EI we celebrate diversity in all its forms and actively seek to create a team that reflects the communities around us. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities because different perspectives make us stronger.

As a valued member of our team, you can look forward to:

A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience An exciting, positive, and creative workplace that's as rewarding as it is challenging A generous 40 days of combined annual leave and public holiday entitlement A comprehensive benefits package, including a defined contribution pension scheme (currently 3.5/4.5% employee and 9/14.5% employer contributions), family-friendly policies, flexible working options, and more Ongoing support to develop your skills, grow your career, and recognise your achievements

About You

At EI, we look for people who live our core behaviours in everything they do


You work well with others, build strong relationships, and believe that teamwork drives better outcomes. You're curious, creative, and not afraid to challenge the norm to find smarter solutions. You take responsibility for your work, follow through on commitments, and are driven to deliver results. You seek feedback, grow from experiences, and are always looking to improve. You genuinely care about the impact of your work on colleagues, customers, and the wider community.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Application Information

Please submit your

CV

along with a

covering letter

that tells us why you're interested in the role and how your skills and experience make you a strong fit.

Right to Work

All applicants must have the

right to work in the UK

at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are

not able to offer sponsorship

for this role. You will be required to provide documentation as part of the recruitment process to confirm your eligibility to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is

13

th

October 2025.

Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.







Interviews will be held

23

rd

and 28

th

October.