# Managing Director, Berkeley at Activate

- Company: Activate
- What the company does: 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.
- Company website: https://activate.org
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Berkeley, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-11-05
- Apply by: 2026-12-20
- Apply: https://activate.org/job-listing?gh_jid=4727627006&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers#?gh_jid=4727627006
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/activate-managing-director-berkeley/

## 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

Tags: Fellowship

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/activate-managing-director-berkeley/