Toronto Innovation Acceleration Partners (TIAP) is a leading early-stage life sciences commercialization organization working with top universities, hospitals, and research institutions to translate breakthrough science into high-impact companies. TIAP operates at the intersection of translational science, company creation and venture capital, supporting the development of therapeutics, medical devices, and digital health solutions. Our mandate is to identify the most promising innovations and help build them into sustainable, competitive venture-backed companies.

The Analyst/Senior Analyst, Technology and Venture Development will work closely with members of the TIAP life sciences team, principal investigators and the research community within TIAP’s Members. The objective of the position is to identify and evaluate new technology opportunities for TIAP programs, including TIAP’s Therapeutics Platform and Venture Builder programs. The position will focus on all aspects of technology evaluation, market & competitive analysis and development of technology advancement plans to support commercialization, including company creation.

Responsibilities include:

·      Actively identify new technologies within the TIAP Membership to bring new projects into the life sciences portfolio and/or support company creation opportunities

·      Conduct systematic reviews of the scientific literature and databases (e.g., market research, clinical trials, patents) for specific targets, therapeutics, platform technologies and medical products

·      Prepare technology assessments on technologies identified from TIAP Members including: 1) scientific and technical due diligence; 2) intellectual property evaluation; and 3) market and competitive analysis

·      Present and defend technology assessments to senior members of TIAP’s life sciences team

·      Assist senior team members develop technology development plans and budgets in collaboration with TIAP partners and scientists to support advancement of life science technologies

·      Write and defend investment theses/memos for companies or projects being considered

·      Maintain databases and internal tracking systems to support and enable the life sciences team

·      Make recommendations for improving analytical processes, systems and reporting

·      Represent TIAP at local academic and industry meetings, seminars and events, and meet with research staff and scientists directly in collaboration with senior members of the TIAP life sciences team

·      Assist with TIAP events such as seminars, symposia or conferences

·      Other duties as assigned

 

•        Post-graduate technical degree in the Life Sciences (PhD preferred)

•        1-3 years relevant work experience

•        In-depth knowledge of molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics, pharmacology or other related disciplines with an in-depth knowledge and experience with bench research

•        Exposure to basic principles and concepts related to drug discovery and development

•        Aptitude for analyzing early-stage life sciences technologies including technical, market due-diligence and intellectual property

•        Strong market research skills

•        Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools to improve research, diligence, analysis, and deliverables

•        Ability to interact with the academic research community and other stakeholders in a diplomatic and professional manner

•        Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

•        Strong relationship-management skills and the ability to work effectively across multiple stakeholders

•        Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong bias toward action, resourcefulness, and practical problem-solving

•        Sound judgment and comfort making recommendations with incomplete information

•        Proven ability to deal with confidential material and sensitive issues with discretion

•        Ability to manage multiple opportunities and projects with a high degree of ownership and accountability

•        Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team

•        Ability to thrive in a challenging, entrepreneurial and fluid work environment

•        Ability to work in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) work schedule in Toronto

 

TIAP is committed to accessibility, diversity, and equal opportunity. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process.