Activate empowers entrepreneurial scientists and engineers to transform their research into world-changing products and businesses. By supporting scientists from the very beginning of their entrepreneurial endeavors, they often find us to be the decisive... Backed by Activate Venture Partners.
About the role
Activate is looking for a Managing Director to mentor a community of Activate Fellows in Berkeley by serving as their primary entrepreneurial advisor. In this role, you will drive key fellow outcomes through individual mentorship, lead the selection of new fellows each year, and connect your community of fellows with resources, support, and each other to enable their entrepreneurial success. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Has an advanced degree in the physical or biological sciences and a minimum of 10 years experience in research, development, management, and commercialization of science-driven technologies
- Has entrepreneurial experience as the leader of a new company or business unit
- Has led high-performance technical teams and has demonstrated a commitment to nurturing talent through mentorship
- Has a strong network and reputation among stakeholders from across the innovation ecosystem (academia, industry, finance, and government) and in the Berkeley area
- Strongly exhibits objectivity, empathy, and inclusiveness in leadership
- Is an excellent communicator and collaborator
More about this role
Activate is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to turning scientific discoveries into real-world impact. Through partnerships with government, philanthropy, universities, and industry, Activate builds the cross-sector ecosystem that drives hard tech innovation—equipping scientists and engineers with world-class resources, training, and community to bring their work from discovery to deployment.
Since 2015, Activate's flagship fellowship has supported nearly 350 fellows across the United States, who have launched more than 275 companies and secured over $5.5 billion in follow-on funding. Now expanding beyond its flagship program, Activate is reaching scientists and engineers at more stages of their entrepreneurial journey across the world—multiplying the pathways from innovation to commercialization. Learn more at Activate.org .
Activate is looking for a Managing Director to mentor a community of Activate Fellows in Berkeley by serving as their primary entrepreneurial advisor.
In this role, you will drive key fellow outcomes through individual mentorship, lead the selection of new fellows each year, and connect your community of fellows with resources, support, and each other to...
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