Careers
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) seeks high-quality professionals that are looking to join a dynamic and growing organization. VIPC seeks to close innovation gaps in the Commonwealth and the nation by focusing on new technologies, entrepreneurs, and technology companies that make innovation happen. If you’d like to be a part of that, consider joining our team.
VIPC EEO Statement
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or other employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, religion, nationality, age, or non-job related disability. At any time a qualified applicant or employee may request provision of reasonable accommodation.
Any applicants will not be excluded from a job if his or her disability impairs his or her ability to perform a non-essential aspect of the job.
VIPC Chief Human Resources Officer: Kristal.Parker@VirginiaIPC.org
-Current Positions-
Senior Human Resources Generalist / Recruiter
Location: Northern Virginia (Hybrid)
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) is headquartered in Richmond, VA and operates a satellite location in Northern, VA. This position will be primarily assigned to our Herndon office in Northern, VA but occasional travel to Richmond may be required. Some remote work available.
Company Overview:
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) a nonprofit corporation, grows and diversifies Virginia’s economy by accelerating next generation technologies and technology companies through commercialization, capital formation, and market development initiatives. A primary driver of innovation and entrepreneurship in the Commonwealth, VIPC concentrates on the early commercialization and seed funding stages of innovation, helping innovators and technology entrepreneurs launch and grow new companies and create high paying jobs.
Position Overview
VIPC is looking for a seasoned Human Resources Generalist/Recruiter who will work collaboratively alongside the Chief Human Resources Officer in the daily execution of the Human Resources (HR) function and in the planning and execution of annual goals in support of our outstanding team of 45 employees.
To be considered for this position, candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business management, or other related field, plus 8-10 years of human resources experience. The individual should be well-versed in multiple areas of HR including Recruiting, OFCCP Compliance, Policy Development, Benefits Administration, Performance Management, Employee Relations. Familiarity with various applicant tracking and HRIS systems is required. We seek an individual who is a self-starter, resourceful and who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. SHRM-CP or HRCI PHR certification highly preferred.
For a full description of the position and the requirements, please click here: Senior Human Resources Generalist / Recruiter
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to our Recruiting mailbox at: Recruiting@VirginiaIPC.org
Please include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.
Vice President,
Commercialization
Location: Virginia- Central Virginia Preferred
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) is headquartered in Richmond, VA and operates a satellite location in Northern, VA. This is a state-funded position and preference will be given to candidates who reside in Virginia or are willing to relocate at their own expense. Travel between both locations may be required. Some remote work may be available.
Company Overview:
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) a nonprofit corporation, grows and diversifies Virginia’s economy by accelerating next generation technologies and technology companies through commercialization, capital formation, and market development initiatives. A primary driver of innovation and entrepreneurship in the Commonwealth, VIPC concentrates on the early commercialization and seed funding stages of innovation, helping innovators and technology entrepreneurs launch and grow new companies and create high paying jobs.
Position Overview
The Vice President, Commercialization reports directly to the President and CEO of VIPC, is a member of the executive leadership team and leads VIPC’s Commercialization Division. In this role, the VP provides strategic vision for the division and manages its operations, which assist in the guidance, coordination and funding of research and technology in Virginia with commercial potential. The VP has a lead role in developing and executing strategic commercialization objectives that accelerate economic growth in Virginia and is responsible for a major funding vehicle, the Commonwealth Commercialization Fund (CCF), and is also VIPC’s primary point of contact with Virginia universities.
Successful candidates will have an advanced degree and 10-20 years of professional experience in technology-based economic development, technology commercialization advancement, private sector R&D, technology commercialization, early-stage venture capital investment, tech translation, university ecosystem hubs, public/private partnerships, etc. In addition, experience in planning and executing major funding initiatives, including large-scale grant-making and/or equity investment programs, and managing staff and budgets is required. Experience may have been gained through positions in government, the non-profit sector, the private sector and/or higher education. Knowledge of Virginia’s technology ecosystem, including academic resources, or experience in other comparable ecosystems, a plus.
For a full description of the Vice President, Commercialization position and the requirements, please click here: Vice President, Commercialization
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to our Recruiting mailbox at: Recruiting@VirginiaIPC.org
Please include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.
Investment Associate- Life Sciences,
Venture Capital Funds
Location: Virginia- Central Virginia OR Northern Virginia Preferred
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) is headquartered in Richmond, VA and operates a satellite location in Northern, VA. This is a state-funded position and preference will be given to candidates who reside in Virginia or are willing to relocate at their own expense. Travel between both locations may be required. Some remote work may be available.
Company Overview:
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) was formed to support the Commonwealth’s vision for the expansion of innovation, opportunity, and job creation here in Virginia. VIPC connects innovators with opportunities. As the nonprofit operations arm of the Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority (VIPA), VIPC is the commercialization and seed stage economic development driver in the Commonwealth that leads funding, infrastructure, and policy initiatives to support Virginia’s innovators, entrepreneurs, startups, and market development strategies. VIPC collaborates with local, regional, state, and federal partners to support the expansion and diversification of Virginia’s economy.
Virginia Venture Partners (VVP), the venture capital investment program of the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC), serves as both a direct and indirect allocator of early-stage capital. VVP’s Direct Investment program places 25-30 first-time investments each year and multiple follow-on investments in high-growth potential technology (“tech”), life science and clean energy companies and has been nationally acknowledged as one of the nation’s most active early-stage investors spanning Pre-Seed (< $200K) and Seed ( >$200K) investment stages.
Position Overview
VVP seeks to add an Investment Associate with generalist knowledge, gained through industry experience, and spanning pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, biomedical technologies, digital health, and healthcare technology systems.
The Investment Associate will work closely with the Managing Director, VVP and senior members of the Investment Team in supporting implementation of investment policy and operations for VIPC’s $300M+ AUM investment program. This will include sourcing, diligence, and close of new and follow-on investments in the VVP, VVP management and administration, and selected outreach and marketing activity.
To be considered for this position, candidates must have a B.S. / B.A. in general business or finance with STEM coursework preferred and 3-5 years of prior professional experience.
For a full description of the Investment Associate position and the requirements, please click here: Investment Associate- Life Sciences
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to our Recruiting mailbox at: Recruiting@VirginiaIPC.org
Please include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.
Senior Investment Director, Venture Capital Funds
& Pre-Seed Fund Manager
Location: Virginia- Central Virginia OR Northern Virginia Preferred
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) is headquartered in Richmond, VA and operates a satellite location in Northern, VA. This is a state-funded position and preference will be given to candidates who reside in Virginia or are willing to relocate at their own expense. Travel between both locations may be required. Some remote work may be available.
Company Overview:
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) was formed to support the Commonwealth’s vision for the expansion of innovation, opportunity, and job creation here in Virginia. VIPC connects innovators with opportunities. As the nonprofit operations arm of the Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority (VIPA), VIPC is the commercialization and seed stage economic development driver in the Commonwealth that leads funding, infrastructure, and policy initiatives to support Virginia’s innovators, entrepreneurs, startups, and market development strategies. VIPC collaborates with local, regional, state, and federal partners to support the expansion and diversification of Virginia’s economy.
Virginia Venture Partners (VVP), the venture capital investment program of the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC), serves as both a direct and indirect allocator of early-stage capital. VVP’s Direct Investment program places 25-30 first-time investments each year and multiple follow-on investments in high-growth potential technology (“tech”), life science and clean energy companies and has been nationally acknowledged as one of the nation’s most active early-stage investors spanning Pre-Seed (< $200K) and Seed ( >$200K) investment stages.
Position Overview
The Senior Investment Director, Venture Capital Funds, and Pre-Seed Fund Manager will work closely with and report to the Vice President of Investments and Managing Director, Virginia Venture Partners (VVP), in implementing investment policy, strategy and operations for VIPC’s investment program. As a “Player-Manager,” this individual will lead a team of investment professionals supporting the high-volume investment mission of VVP’s pre-seed investment funds and will manage VVP pre-seed investment funds as assigned.
The Senior Investment Director & Pre-Seed Fund Manager is a leading member of the VVP Investment Team driving sourcing, diligence, close, board engagement, value growth and development for 20 of VVP Pre-Seed investments per year. The Senior Investment Director will work closely with other senior members of the VVP Team to ensure selection of Pre-Seed investments are consistent with VVP’s ecosystem outreach goals and likely to mature for follow-on investment by VVP’s downstream funds. Additionally, the Senior Investment Director serves as a key member of VIPC-internal Investment Committees making investment decisions in support of VVP investment programs and functions as a highly visible outreach representative for VIPC and Virginia Venture Partners.
A Master’s degree in Business or equivalent area of study and experience in technology is preferred, along with 10 years of progressive experience and a successful investment track record in venture capital or corporate venture capital. If granted an interview for this position, submission of a deal sheet may be required.
For a full description of the Senior Investment Director position and additional experience requirements, please click here: Senior Investment Director & Pre-Seed Fund Manager
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to our Recruiting mailbox at: Recruiting@VirginiaIPC.org
Please include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.
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