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IITMIC oversees all entrepreneurial activities emerging out of the IIT Madras ecosystem. It nurtures technology and knowledge based ventures through their start-up phase by providing the necessary support to help entrepreneurs survive in the competitive market and reach a stage where they can scale-up their ventures further. The IC aims to to create an ecosystem comprising resources, networks, competencies and expertise in key areas of technology, innovation, business, government and policy. 

With a current portfolio of 160+ start-ups, IITMIC is now looking to expand its footprint and emerge as a major catalyst in translating world-leading innovations at IITM to the society at large. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic staff to lead this drive, particularly in the following roles:

O P E N    P O S I T I O N :  INCUBATION ASSOCIATE  (Junior & Senior positions)

The ideal candidate we envisage would be someone with a first degree in science or engineering, with a further degree and/or strongly relevant experience in the areas of finance, marketing or business development. Knowledge of and familiarity with the challenges faced in a start-up environment would be an added advantage.

The job tasks will include some or all of the following:
  • Assistance with new incubatee admission process – evaluating business plans 
  • Coordinate interactions between incubatees and mentors (industry/domain experts) 
  • Further develop existing evaluation system to assess incubatee/startup progress 
  • Facilitate interaction of incubatees with in-house business service providers 
  • Coordinate development and delivery of training courses to incubatees as appropriate 
  • Perform such other duties as required and appropriate to the objectives of this position and the needs of the organization
The role will mainly be based out of IITMIC office at IIT Madras Research Park, Taramani. However the candidate may be required to travel on specific calls either for conferences or networking meets. Compensation package will be offered based on education and experience.

How to Apply: Interested applicants can send us their resume to office@incubation.iitm.ac.in. Informal enquiries may also be made to the same email.

O P E N    P O S I T I O N :  INVESTOR RELATION ASSOCIATE

The Investor Relation Associate is responsible for being the liaison between IITM incubated start-ups and (angel/VC) Investor community.  He / she will be one point contact for all Investor related interactions and facilitating the meetings / interactions with relevant start-ups. Willingness to learn and comfort in interacting with top management team from investor community is a must.

Job Tasks
  • Engage with IITM startup founders and stay updated on the progress of the start-ups on a regular basis 
  • Plan activities, meetings and events that cater to the startup requirement 
  • Work closely with the senior management team and help executes events/ programs when required 
  • End to end planning and execution of  'Investor Meets' and  'Demo Days'
  • Coordinate reporting and documentation of executed meetings /programs
  • Stay updated on latest developments in the investor community and communicate the same with startups / team when required  
  • Event planning, co-ordination and calendar management
  • Represent IITM Startup ecosystem in local community, both actively and passively
Educational Qualification: Management degree or a graduate with 2 Plus years of work experience. Work experience with an incubator / VC firm will be a plus 

How to Apply: Interested applicants can send us their resume to office@incubation.iitm.ac.in. Informal enquiries may also be made to the same email.

P O S I T I O N : Associate Communication (Digital Media & PR) 

Seeking a creative person (degree in arts/humanities/media) who would assist in communications for various programs at IITM's technology business incubation ecosystem. Also, drive the development, marketing and execution of IITMIC's digital initiatives: manage branding initiative, website contents, driving the overall growth of IITMIC's online presence and engagement with Press. 

Core requirements:
  • Be involved in content creation (websites, blogs, articles, press releases, flyers, etc.) - prior experience of freelance writing will be valuable here
  • Work with web designers to execute IITMIC's digital presence
  • Direct the digital branding/marketing strategies that align with core goals of programs/initiatives at IITMIC, including social media channels, blogs
  • Experience in graphic and communication design with emphasis on digital & new media design will be valuable
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (primarily Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign) would be valuable
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken
  • A deep sense of creativity and pro-activeness
  • Self-motivated and driven, with a keen interest in learning new concepts and ideas
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Knowledge of and familiarity with the challenges faced in a start-up environment would be an added advantage. 

    • Who/what we’re looking for:
  • Experience in content creation (websites, blogs, articles, posters, press releases, flyers, etc.)
  • Experience in graphic and communication design with emphasis on digital & new media design
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken 
  • Experience in managing official social media properties (websites, Facebook/ LinkedIn/ Twitter/ Google+ pages, blogs, newsletters, etc.)
  • Degree in humanities/arts/media will be ideal
  • A deep sense of creativity and pro-activeness
  • Self-motivated and driven, with a keen interest in learning new concepts and ideas
  • Ability to work under limited supervision, whilst producing high-quality work
Interested candidates can email us their résumé, along with a portfolio of their work (pdf attachment or a web link). The email subject should read PR and must be sent to office@incubation.iitm.ac.in.Â