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About the Role
This posting is not connected to a current vacancy but serves as a way to identify talented individuals who may be a strong fit for the Investment Accelerator Fund (IAF) as the team evolves. The work spans building the fund, investing in companies, and supporting portfolio companies.
Responsibilities
- Strengthen relationships, reputation, systems, and external presence to earn access to exceptional founders and operate effectively.
- Evaluate early-stage opportunities, form thoughtful investment views, and back ambitious Ontario founders.
- Help founders navigate critical decisions, access relevant networks, and reach their next inflection point.
Requirements
- Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
- Applicants must reside in Ontario.
- Applicants must be willing to work in office a minimum of 3 days per week.
Skills
- Systems Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Network Cultivation
- Workflow Management
- Curiosity
- Analytical Skills
- Complex Information Synthesis
- Early-Stage Risk Evaluation
- Founder Empathy
- Strategic Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration
- Adaptability
Location
- Ontario
- In-office (minimum 3 days per week)
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Entry-level operator
- Seasoned VC professional
About the Company
- MaRS Discovery District is a charitable organization and North America’s largest urban innovation hub, dedicated to helping high-growth technology companies succeed.
- With a focus on climate, health sciences and other emerging technologies, MaRS supports startups tackling some of the world’s most pressing issues.
- Through its world-class facilities, strategic programs and partnerships, MaRS accelerates the adoption of groundbreaking Canadian technology and bolsters a globally competitive innovation ecosystem.
- The MaRS Investment Accelerator Fund (IAF) has grown into one of Canada’s most active early-stage venture capital funds.
- IAF is a multi-sector fund, providing capital, mentorship and networks needed to build global transformative companies.
Equal Opportunity
- We actively encourage all candidates to apply, including those from equity-deserving communities.
- If you're passionate about the role and believe you can make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you, even if you don't meet every listed qualification.
- Please reach out to careers@marsdd.com if there’s anything we can do to make your experience more accessible and inclusive, including accommodations. Include 'Accessibility Request' in your subject line.