ABOUT THE VENTURE
We are an early-stage precision fermentation start-up on a mission to kick off the next great bio-industrial revolution. We want to prove that there is a different way to do things by applying recent scientific advances in microbiology to develop an intelligent, sustainable & healthier approach to the production of raw materials.
YOUR ROLE
As Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer (CSO), you will participate in building a next generation biotech venture that positively impacts the planet and its people. As a core member of the founding team and together with the CEO, you will play a central role in setting up the company’s strategy and objectives. Leveraging your scientific expertise, you will be responsible for hiring top scientific talent, leading the R&D team and co-developing the scientific and technical vision of the company.
Design, implement and manage our strain development and fermentation research program using non-conventional microbes
Building our internal capabilities aligned with the venture’s objectives, including setting up and managing our lab as well as coordinating with external partners
Build and oversee a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to discover, develop and commercialize the bioprocess
Work closely with our technology team to develop analytical tools and research infrastructure
Lead partnerships and interact with external stakeholders such as academic institutions or contract laboratories
Work closely with regulators to ensure a successful go-to-market strategy from a scientific perspective
WHY JOIN
You want to take your scientific background to the next level and build your own company with VC backing
Exciting opportunity to take on a management position in a striving start-up that wants to achieve societal and environmental impact
Mentoring and advisory from our network of scientific & tech-savvy founders
Strive in an independent but cooperative work environment while doing what you love
Competitive company share participation, which means a high upside potential
Free office space in our amazing office in Berlin Mitte (incl. rooftop terrace)
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
PhD in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Bioprocess Engineering, Biochemistry, or related disciplines
A track record of achievements & experience in microbial biotechnology
Experience leading scientific teams successfully
Prior experience in the field of microbial metabolism, metabolic engineering, and synthetic biology
Strong entrepreneurial passion to build a next generation biotech venture
A passion for food, health, nutrition, and sustainability
Strong hands-on attitude and willingness to take on various tasks, including outside your field of expertise
Strong oral and written communication skills in English, German knowledge is of advantage but not a must
Integrity, self-motivation, a proactive, execution-oriented mindset