Business Development Associate, Korea(Full-time)

Position Overview

VentureBlick Korea is a global healthcare-focused partner organization supporting startups through accelerator programs, international expansion initiatives, government-funded projects, and R&D collaborations.

The Business Development Associate will support overall business and program operations, including startup accelerator management, government project coordination, partner communications, and business development activities. This role goes beyond administrative support and involves collaborating with diverse stakeholders to help drive real project execution and operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Startup Program & Accelerator Operations

• Support the planning and operation of startup incubation and accelerator programs
• Coordinate schedules and operations for domestic and global programs
• Manage communication and coordination with participating startups
• Support workshops, seminars, demo days, and global programs
• Prepare program reports and maintain operational documentation

2. Government Grant & R&D Project Management

• Support the management and administration of government-funded and R&D projects
• Assist with project budgeting, expense tracking, and settlement processes
• Support the preparation of proposals, reports, and submission documents
• Coordinate communication with partner organizations, institutions, and external stakeholders
• Assist in managing project milestones and deliverables

3. Business Development & Strategic Support

• Support global business development and partnership initiatives
• Conduct market research and industry/company analysis
• Prepare meeting materials, document meeting minutes, and coordinate follow-up actions
• Support domestic and international networking events and business activities

4. Internal Operations & Coordination

• Support internal project coordination and operational management
• Facilitate cross-functional communication among teams
• Assist with schedule and task management
• Support contract, document, and data management

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 ~ 7 years of experience in startups, accelerators, venture capital, consulting, or government-funded programs preferred
• Experience managing government grants or R&D projects preferred
• Business-level English communication skills preferred
• Strong multitasking and execution skills in a fast-paced environment
• Interest or experience in Healthcare / Medical / Bio industries preferred