Mission
Join EPFL's innovation ecosystem and help world-class researchers become world-changing founders.
As Venture Program Leader, you will drive the incubation programs for science-based startups, supporting founders as they transition from their lab to launching their company.
Lead the development and execution of EPFL's deep tech incubation program, supporting the creation of startups.
Provide strategic and operational leadership. Foster a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
Program Design & Management
* Lead EPFL's incubation program tailored to science-based ventures, guiding them from research to company incorporation.
* Implement rigorous, transparent selection and evaluation processes.
* Define and track KPIs and outcomes to measure impact. Manage program budgets.
* Benchmark against leading global programs.
Founder Support & Community Building
* Provide tailored mentorship and strategic guidance to founders, supporting them through early development, customer validation, and initial fundraising.
* Build an engaged community of startup founders — both during incubation and post-incorporation.
* Represent EPFL's incubation program at events and selection juries, raising visibility for the program and its startups.
Ecosystem Engagement & Stakeholder Relations
* Build strong relationships with EPFL's research community.
* Foster engagement with external partners including public funding agencies and non-profit organizations.
* Maintain a network of experts and investors who can provide strategic support to startups.
Required Skills & Competencies
* Engineering background, preferably PhD.
* 5–10 years of experience beyond academia, preferably in or around early-stage startups.
* Deep understanding of venture building in science domains. Experience bringing a product to market is a plus.
* Proven track record in program or project management.
* Strategic thinker with a hands-on mindset.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and engaging personality.
* Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and French (German is a plus).
Informations
Contract Start Date
Activity Rate Min: 80.00
Activity Rate Max: 100.00
Contract Type: CDI
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