Manager Innovation Portfolio

Portfolio Manager

The Consortium for Technology & Innovation in Pediatrics (CTIP) is a pediatric medical device accelerator centered at Lurie Children's Hospital. Established in 2011 and funded by the FDA's Pediatric Device Consortia program, CTIP supports the development, commercialization, and clinical adoption of innovative medical devices that address unmet needs for children. CTIP's unique model engages clinicians, engineers, regulators, industry leaders, and patient advocates to help early-stage innovators overcome barriers in MedTech development.

CTIP's portfolio spans more than 100 startups and academic projects across the United States, with projects ranging from concept-stage technologies to commercially available devices. Through funding, strategic guidance, and a national ecosystem of partners, CTIP accelerates device innovation from idea to impact. The Portfolio Manager will play a central role in managing CTIP's diverse portfolio of medical device innovators, with a special focus on projects funded through the Additional Ventures x CTIP Partnership, a new multi-year initiative to support device innovation for single ventricle congenital heart disease.

This individual will oversee milestone-driven projects, provide operational and strategic support to innovators, and serve as a key liaison between CTIP leadership, Additional Ventures, and external stakeholders. The role requires a balance of program management skills, scientific / technical literacy, and the ability to navigate the complexities of medical device development across both pediatric and adult populations. We are seeking a candidate with prior work in early-stage medical device development, whether within startups, academic programs, or industry, with demonstrated understanding of how innovations progress from concept through prototyping, preclinical validation, and early regulatory interactions. Experience working with technology in organ systems relevant to single ventricle heart disease, including cardiovascular, lymphatic, hepatic, renal, musculoskeletal, and neurologic systems. Familiarity with the unique challenges of developing Class III or other high-risk medical devices, including regulatory strategy, reimbursement pathways, and commercialization considerations. Proven ability to bridge perspectives across clinicians, engineers, researchers, and business leaders to accelerate innovation.

Essential Job Functions :

• Facilitate Innovators through our I2I Stage Gate Process.
• Solicit and hold first conversation with physicians, nurses and bench scientists (aka Innovators) about their idea.
• Assisting in filing of Intellectual Property Disclosures, with INVO.
• Assess technical idea feasibility by working with Innovators and external parties (such as prototyping and product development firms).
• Assess idea value by researching market, and regulatory feasibility / pathway.
• Facilitate process of agreements with outside parties as follows :
• Confidentiality Agreements with vendors
• Confidentiality and License agreements with potential licensees
• Prepare marketing pitch decks to assist with idea promotion
• Create financial spreadsheets to assist leaders in making decisions about specific projects.
• May manage and direct other employee(s) work.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Pay Range $83,200.00-$137,280.00 Salary At Lurie Children's, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children's offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes : Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various voluntary benefits :

At Lurie Children's, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

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