ABOUT US
FoodLabs is a venture capital investor and venture studio, based in Berlin with a focus on FoodTech-, AgTech, Health, and Sustainability. We back mission-driven founders solving the most pressing problems along the entire value chain of the food industry. And we strongly believe that science has a key role to play here. Over the last years, we’ve been building groundbreaking ventures with scientists and founders, e.g. Formo, Myota, and Mushlabs.
We are calling out for purpose-driven scientific researchers to join our mission to build the next generation of food companies that have a positive impact on the planet and people. As an Entrepreneur in Residence with FoodLabs, you will explore and validate the opportunity to build a venture, leverage your scientific experience - supported by our dedicated team. Moving forward with incorporating your venture, FoodLabs will provide pre-seed funding for your company.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES & CHALLENGES
As an Entrepreneur in Residence, you have the opportunity to build your own venture based on your scientific expertise, with VC backing and a strong operational support network. As part of the founding team, you will be having a significant impact in building the business and team from scratch.
WHY JOIN
You want to take your scientific background to the next level and build your own company
Growth strategy
Go-to-market
Operational excellence
Fundraising
People & Talent
Marketing & PR
Monthly financial support to cover basic living costs
Free office space in our amazing office in Berlin in Mitte (incl. rooftop terrace)
Mentoring and advisory from our network of scientific & tech founders
Access to our FoodLabs and Atlantic Labs network with over 150+ portfolio companies.
Collaboration with a team of talented and motivated individuals looking to change the world
A high-growth, ambitious startup environment with an exponential learning curve
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
An excellent track record in your field, incl. a Ph.D. degree in one of the following fields: Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Bioprocess Engineering, Biochemistry, or related disciplines
Work experience in a commercial environment, e.g. consulting, startups or biotech industry is of great advantage
Strong entrepreneurial passion to build your own business and the next generation of biotech startups with us
A passion for food, health, nutrition, and sustainability
A track record of achievements & experience in the research and development in your relevant scientific space
Strong hands-on attitude and willingness to take on various tasks, also 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