Dr. Bansi Dhar Institute, Gurugram is looking for a visionary Scientist & In-charge Incubation to lead its startup incubation program focused on promoting a culture of research commercialization. This role is pivotal in converting scientific research into scalable, market-ready innovations. You will oversee the entire startup lifecycle from scouting and onboarding to mentoring and facilitating exits and serve as a key driver of institutional innovation aligned with national and global priorities. Role & responsibilities Incubation Program Leadership: Manage and streamline incubation activities for innovation-driven startups from onboarding to exit, including mentorship, infrastructure support, and growth acceleration. Research to Market Translation: Promote the commercialization of cutting-edge research conducted within the institute by enabling translational projects, industry linkages, and startup formation. Strategic Ecosystem Development: Forge collaborations with industry bodies, academic institutions, government agencies, and investors to provide startups with robust networks and funding opportunities. Startup Support: Offer deep-tech startups business and technical mentorship, investor readiness support, IP guidance, regulatory facilitation, and go-to-market strategy development. Program Management: Design and execute innovation programs such as hackathons, demo days, tech showcases, and entrepreneur development workshops. Resource Mobilization: Raise funds through government grants, CSR initiatives, and public-private partnerships for both the incubator and its startups. Thought Leadership & Representation: Represent Dr. Bansi Dhar Institute at national innovation forums, conferences, and policy discussions to position the institute as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. Preferred candidate profile Education: PhD or Masters degree in Science, Engineering, or Technology from a reputed institution. Certifications or training in innovation, entrepreneurship, or incubation management are a plus. Experience: 510 years of experience in research, startup incubation, technology transfer, or innovation management, ideally in a scientific/R&D or higher education setting. Core Skills: Deep understanding of incubation processes and startup ecosystems Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills Proven experience in grant writing, CSR fundraising, or startup resource mobilization Passion for enabling science-based entrepreneurship

The dual role of Project Manager & Incubation Associate involves a unique blend of program execution, startup ecosystem engagement, communications, and institutional development. You will manage visual content, communication strategies, startup onboarding, milestone tracking, and grant-related coordination supporting both internal operations and external outreach of the institute and its incubation center. Role & responsibilities A. Incubation Associate Startup & Program Management 1. Startup Engagement Scout startups aligned with DBDIC focus sectors. Manage F6S and Accubate portals for startup applications and evaluations. Drive regular engagement with incubated startups, tracking their progress and offering support. 2. Program Administration Monitor milestones for each incubated startup and ensure documentation of achievements. Coordinate fellowship disbursements, compiling reports, and supporting finance/legal processes. Draft and maintain MoUs and documentation for all incubated startups. B. Project Manager Communications & Institutional Support 1. Content & Design Create engaging written content for social media, institutional campaigns, and outreach. Design and edit graphics and videos for events, reels, and digital platforms. Manage website content updates for DBDIC and SRIFIR Gurugram. 2. Event Management Coordinate event photography and videography. Archive, edit, and publish post-event assets for internal and external communication. 3. Communication & Outreach Develop and refine PowerPoint presentations for external meetings, board reviews, and outreach. Draft and dispatch newsletters, announcement emails, and institutional updates. 4. Business & Grants Coordinate sales-related tasks, especially for equipment usage and service inquiries. Scout relevant grants for both DBDIC and the broader institute; assist in proposal documentation. Handle email marketing campaigns, including content creation, tool management, and performance review. Preferred candidate profile Bachelors or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or Science/Engineering. 2–7 years of relevant experience in incubation, startup ecosystems, or communication roles. Strong command over written English and professional presentation design. Proficiency in Canva, MS PowerPoint, Google Suite, and digital marketing tools. Ability to multitask and manage structured documentation and content creation processes.