Position: Member of the Board of Advisors at Healthcare Shares
Location: Remote
Engagement: Part-Time (2–3 hours per month)
Compensation: Carried interest in venture capital fund
Job Description for Member of the Board of Advisors at Healthcare Shares
Healthcare Shares is a healthcare-focused venture capital fund that invests in socially impactful startups with a focus on digital health, medical devices, and population health solutions. We are inviting distinguished professionals to join our Board of Advisors and contribute their expertise to help shape the strategic vision of Healthcare Shares while supporting our innovative portfolio companies. We seek individuals with deep expertise in medicine, technology, or business who are driven by a passion for advancing healthcare innovation. Our mission is grounded in the quintuple aim: improving patient health, enhancing patient experience, reducing costs, supporting healthcare providers, and fostering health equity.
Responsibilities
Strategic Guidance: Advise on the strategic direction of Healthcare Shares, ensuring our objectives align with our mission to create social impact through innovation in digital health, medical devices, and population health.
Investment Insights: Assist in evaluating startups in our focus areas, ensuring alignment with the quintuple aim and the potential for significant health and social returns.
Mentorship: Provide guidance to entrepreneurs in our portfolio, supporting them in overcoming challenges and refining their growth strategies.
Market Trends: Offer insights into emerging trends in digital health, medical devices, and population health to inform investment and operational strategies.
Networking: Leverage your professional network to identify promising startups, engage potential investors, and foster partnerships aligned with Healthcare Shares’ goals.
Governance: Support ethical oversight and ensure that activities adhere to our mission and values.
Qualifications
Professional Background: Strong expertise in medicine, technology, life sciences, or business, with a deep interest in digital health, medical devices, or population health.
Relevant Experience: Prior involvement in venture capital, startups, or healthcare innovation initiatives is highly valued but not mandatory.
Strategic Vision: A demonstrated ability to assess opportunities critically and provide actionable insights aligned with the quintuple aim.
Collaborative Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor entrepreneurs and work effectively with other advisors.
Mission-Driven: A strong commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, advancing health equity, and fostering innovation.
About Healthcare Shares
Healthcare Shares is a public benefit corporation and venture capital firm committed to investing in startups advancing digital health, medical devices, and population health solutions. Backed by a network of healthcare professionals and industry leaders, we focus on driving innovation in these key areas while promoting health equity and delivering meaningful impact to the global healthcare ecosystem.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to the mission of Healthcare Shares. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives to contribute to our work. We are an equal opportunity organization and do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Benefits & Perks
Carried Interest: Share in the financial success of the venture fund at the deal level.
Exclusive Community: Join a network of healthcare professionals, technologists, and entrepreneurs.
Flexible Engagement: Participate in a meaningful role while maintaining balance with other commitments.
Company Website: https://www.healthcareshares.com/
Company Address: 702 Houston Street, Fort Worth, TX, 76102