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Venture Capitalist (Investment Department Member)
| number of people to be admitted or accepted | small number of people |
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| place of work | At the time of joining the company 36-1 Yoshida Honmachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan Kyoto University Innovation Capital Corporation *Relocation to Kansai or commutable area required for employment. [Scope of change Subject to change due to office relocation or expansion, whether in Japan or overseas. |
| summary | We are a venture capital firm, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kyoto University, which makes equity investments in and fosters university-launched ventures based on research results from national universities. This is an exciting job where you will produce startup foundations, accompany company growth, and share success together with management. Join us in creating the next generation of industries. |
| Job Description | At the time of joining the company A series of duties related to investment and fund management Formation of investment projects, including start-up support Evaluating and executing investment projects Hands-on support for portfolio company development Investment recovery (IPO and M&A support) Management of our own talent bank and acceleration programs Other operations related to investment and fund management [Scope of change All business related to our company |
| Eligibility for Application | (Required) Those who are enthusiastic about creating businesses utilizing the research results of national universities. At least 3 years of experience in one of the following areas of work 1. investment-related work at venture capital firms, investment banks, etc. 2. new business development and R&D related work at operating companies, etc. 3. work at a strategic consulting firm (Preferred) Graduated from a university or completed graduate studies in the natural sciences. |
| employment status | Non-tenured staff (6-month probationary period) |
| working conditions | Type of work ：Discretionary work system for planning work. However, this does not apply during the probationary period. Working hours: 8:30 - 17:30 (break time: 60 minutes) Overtime: Yes Vacations and leave: 2 days off per week, national holidays, June 18 (Kyoto University foundation day), summer vacation, special summer vacation (3 days in addition to summer vacation), year-end and New Year vacations 124 days off per year Salary increase/bonus: Assessment based on performance evaluation, no bonus |
| salary | Base salary: Approximately 575-12 million yen (based on annual income) To be determined in accordance with our company's regulations, taking into consideration ability, experience, and age (negotiable) Overtime allowance (in case of flextime system), late-night allowance, and other allowances as required by law. |
| welfare programme | Health insurance, employee pension insurance, workers' accident compensation insurance, and unemployment insurance Commuting allowance (up to a maximum limit), housing allowance or rented housing system, qualification allowance (provided to those who qualify), retirement allowance mutual aid system All expenses for physical examinations are covered. |
| How to apply | Please send your resume and CV (both in any format) in PDF format to the email address below. saiyo@kyoto-unicap.co.jp |
| Application Deadline | Ends as soon as a suitable candidate is determined. |
| selection process | Document screening and interviews (2 to 3 times) |
Documents submitted will be used only for employment screening. They will not be disclosed, transferred, or loaned to any third party without just cause. Please note that application documents will not be returned.
Kyoto University, where our company is located, prohibits smoking indoors and outdoors except in designated smoking areas to prevent passive smoking.
Contact:info@kyoto-unicap.co.jp
EIR (Entrepreneur in Residence: Visiting Entrepreneur)
| place of work | Kyoto University Innovation Capital Co., Ltd. (Location: International Science Innovation Building, Kyoto University, Yoshidahonmachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan) *Relocation to Kansai or commutable area is required for employment. |
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| Job Description | As a member of the second phase of our Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program, "EIR-iCAP," you will be responsible for the practical aspects of investing in and nurturing startups that utilize the research results of national universities, while aiming to start your own startup and become independent. Based on your experience and interests, you will develop a business theme, formulate a business plan with the support of the Kyoto University Group, and start your own business. After starting your own business, we will support you in your activities as a business manager. A series of duties related to investment execution Formation of investment projects, including start-up support Evaluating and executing investment projects Hands-on support for portfolio company development Investment recovery (IPO and M&A support) |
| employment status | Contract employee (1-year contract, extended up to 1 year, no probationary period) flexible work hours for project work Vacations (Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, year-end and New Year holidays, anniversary of the company's founding, and summer holidays), annual paid vacations |
| salary | Around 500,000 yen/month (determined in accordance with the Company's regulations, taking into consideration ability, experience, and age) Benefits: Full company health insurance |
| How to apply | Please send your resume and CV (both in any format) in PDF format to the email address below. saiyo@kyoto-unicap.co.jp |
| Application Deadline | Ends as soon as a suitable candidate is determined. |
| selection process | Document screening and interviews (2 to 3 times) Details of treatment will be provided at the time of interview. |
Documents submitted will be used only for employment screening. They will not be disclosed, transferred, or loaned to any third party without just cause. Please note that application documents will not be returned.
Kyoto University, where our company is located, prohibits smoking indoors and outdoors except in designated smoking areas to prevent passive smoking.
Contact:info@kyoto-unicap.co.jp
ECC-iCAP Special Member (Study of commercialization utilizing research results and intellectual property of national universities. Business consignment contract)
| place of work | Kyoto University Innovation Capital Co., Ltd. (Location: International Science Innovation Building, Kyoto University, Yoshidahonmachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan) Remote available |
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| Job Description | As a member of our Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program, "ECC-iCAP Special Member", you will conduct preparatory activities to start a start-up business utilizing the research results of a national university. With the support of our HR staff and capitalists, you will search for a business theme based on your own experience and interests, and engage in dialogue with faculty members and formulate a business plan. A series of tasks related to preparation for starting a business ・Searching for research results with a focus on Kyoto University Discussion on social implementation of research results through dialogue with faculty members Identification of industry needs and development of business plans What is ECC-iCAP Special Membership?https://23823100.hs-sites.com/deep-tech-kyoto |
| employment status | Outsourcing contract: 3-month contract, renewable upon mutual agreement Assuming a work schedule of about 4 days per month, the way to proceed with the work will be decided upon consultation. |
| salary | Reward] Free of charge (various actual expenses may be paid upon application) |
| How to apply | Please register as a member of ECC-iCAP and tell the person in charge that you would like to become an ECC-iCAP Special Member. https://share.hsforms.com/1wmZ8i7frTnK1tc3Wf06zFwe6m0s |
| Application Deadline | Ends as soon as a suitable candidate is determined. |
| selection process | Document screening and interviews (2 to 3 times) |
Documents submitted will be used only for employment screening. They will not be disclosed, transferred, or loaned to any third party without just cause. Please note that application documents will not be returned.
Kyoto University, where our company is located, prohibits smoking indoors and outdoors except in designated smoking areas to prevent passive smoking.
Contact:info@kyoto-unicap.co.jp