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Venture Development Coordinator

Position Number: 7251783
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Economic and Business Development

Venture Development Coordinator

Requisition Number: 72887
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 30-Jun-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

Venture Partners at CU Boulder is seeking to hire two Venture Development Coordinators to support a growing portfolio of venture development programs at CU Boulder. These positions will help support ventures working at the cutting edge of deep tech, including innovations in quantum, climate and energy, and health and life sciences. These roles are ideal for highly organized, entrepreneurial, and operations-minded individuals who are excited to work at the intersection of startups, research, and innovation.

These positions will play a key role in coordinating programs, supporting startup teams, managing events, and maintaining strong communications across partners. These positions will support a range of initiatives, including accelerator programs, venture development programs, and partnerships across the regional and national innovation ecosystem, with a particular focus on building external partnerships with key startup programs and tracking venture development activity and outcomes.

The Venture Development Coordinator will report to the Director of Venture Development within Venture Partners. Positions are grant-funded.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

CU Boulder is one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)-and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region. Our goal is to directly benefit the world through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Boulder has been ranked by Forbes as the best city in America in which to start a business, and as the top city in America by Bloomberg's Brain Concentration Index.

Venture Partners is the commercialization arm for CU Boulder and a recognized national leader in translating university research into market-ready solutions and products. CU Boulder has spun out 11 unicorns-a startup valued at $1 billion or more while still privately held-including Infleqtion, Forge Nano, Ball Aerospace & Technologies, Amgen and SomaLogic. In fiscal year 2024, CU Boulder launched more startups based on university intellectual property than any other U.S. campus that year. In addition to holding the No. 1 spot for that year, the achievement also placed CU Boulder No. 2 for the most startups launched in a single year by a U.S. campus.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Program Operations and Coordination

Provide administrative and operational support across multiple venture development programs, including the Ascent Deep Tech Accelerator, Destination Startup, Embark Deep Tech Startup Creator, and other venture development initiatives
Coordinate program logistics, including:

Scheduling sessions, speakers, and workshops (virtual and in-person)
Managing participant registration and communications
Preparing program materials and tracking results

Serve as a key point of contact for program participants, startup teams, and external partners
Help foster an inclusive and accessible innovation ecosystem by bringing cultural awareness, inclusive practices, and a dedication to equitable participation in all aspects of program delivery and constituent engagement

Events and Ecosystem Engagement

Support planning and execution of events, including workshops, networking events, and showcase/demo days
Work with the events manager to coordinate logistics such as scheduling, venue coordination, speaker management, and on-site support
Contribute to the development and maintenance of external startup partnership networks, including tracking accelerator, incubator, and fellowship opportunities and key application timelines
Support startup teams and program participants by helping them navigate resources and prepare for key milestones (e.g., pitches, applications), providing light-touch guidance and strategic support in coordination with Venture Partners staff
Assist with outreach and engagement across the startup and innovation ecosystem, including accelerators, mentors, and partners
Work with communications staff to support program marketing and outreach efforts

Data Management and Administrative Support

Maintain accurate records across programs, including participant data and startup outcomes
Support data entry, tracking, and reporting for internal and external partners
Assist in maintaining systems used to track venture development activity, including Salesforce CRM and spreadsheets

What You Should Know

This position offers a hybrid modality with 3 days in the office per week.

What We Can Offer

The annual hiring range for these positions is $50,000-$65,000.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be ambitious. Be groundbreaking. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Professional experience in program coordination, operations, events, startups, or innovation-focused organizations.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

What You Will Need

Ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and logistics for programs and events simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including email and partner correspondence.
Professionalism and confidence interacting with a wide range of partners, including students, researchers, founders, and partners.
Collaborative, proactive, and problem-solving approach.
Adaptability and willingness to take on a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional organizational and project coordination skills.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by 6/30/26 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Venture-Development-Coordinator/72887