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Portal Innovations Venture Fellowship offers emerging biotech and life sciences professionals a structured introduction to venture capital in the life sciences sector. The Fellowship provides a paid opportunity to conduct rigorous due diligence on early-stage biotechnology companies, learn Portal's investment evaluation methodology, and build expertise in scientific, clinical, regulatory, and commercial assessment of emerging life sciences technologies. The program spans 20-24 weeks of full-time engagement, structured around Portal's operational rhythm and investment pipeline.

Investment focus

Portal Innovations focuses on seed-stage investments in life sciences, targeting companies developing novel therapeutics, diagnostics, and medical devices. The Fellowship aims to cultivate talent in venture capital by providing hands-on experience in evaluating early-stage biotech companies.

Program details

Designed for Students, Researchers. The program is hybrid. Participation is generally full time.

Who it is for

Applicants should have a background in life sciences or biomedical fields and be based near one of Portal's hub cities: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, or Houston.

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Admissions and application

Applicants must be currently enrolled PhD students, postdocs, MBA students, MD students, or enrolled in a Master's program with a life science or biomedical focus. Applications are accepted until March 28, 2026.

Benefits

Participants gain direct mentorship from Portal's investment professionals, access to a scientific advisor network, and exposure to multiple biotech domain areas.

Timeline

The fellowship spans 20-24 weeks, with cohorts starting in July (Fall) and January (Spring).

What came of it

Fellows typically transition to roles in venture capital, biotech startups, or further academic pursuits in business with a focus on venture.

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What it pays

Fellows receive competitive hourly compensation for full-time participation in the program.

Questions about this program

What is the application deadline?

The application deadline is March 28, 2026.

What is the duration of the fellowship?

The fellowship lasts 20-24 weeks.

About Portal Innovations

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Empowering life sciences innovators.

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