Hybrid Founders Associate – Fulltime

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About the role

  • Founders Associate supporting dynamic strategy execution and internal operations at Mycolever. Collaborating closely with leadership in a transformative, sustainable biotechnology venture.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the CEO and COO as a trusted advisor, supporting decision-making, problem-solving, and business planning.
  • Conduct industry research and benchmarking to identify opportunities and provide insights to inform and shape strategy.
  • Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with company priorities and delivering on key milestones.
  • Design, implement, and refine processes that enhance organizational efficiency and enable rapid scaling.
  • Support people operations and finance processes, including hiring, budgeting, and administrative tasks in collaboration with external service providers.
  • Assist in preparing financing rounds and related materials.
  • Support leadership in building and maintaining a strong organizational setup and culture while fostering talent development.

Requirements

  • A degree in business, business and technology or a related field is required; Technical affinity to bioetch, chemistry, material science, cosmetic science or similar is a plus.
  • 2+ years; strong commercial profile with affinity to deep-tech topics.
  • Experience in industrial bioeconomy, green chemistry or (bio-)chemical industries welcome but not required; the same for our target markets personal care & cosmetics, home care, agriculture and food/feed, etc.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a capacity to turn insights into action.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams effectively.
  • A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, with a passion for innovation and sustainability.
  • Comfort with ambiguity and a proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Benefits

  • A unique opportunity to shape the future of the bioeconomy and address some of the world’s biggest challenges.
  • An inspiring and collaborative team of experts in fungal biotechnology and sustainable innovation.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a pioneering venture.
  • A culture that values curiosity, humility, and long-term impact.

Job title

Founders Associate – Fulltime

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Experience level

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Salary

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Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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