Venture Engineer Consultant

The Alien Technology Transfer Group leads top-class innovators to success by converting visionary ideas into tangible realities. We do that by supporting companies with concrete growth ambitions funding their product development through our Innovation Consulting Line; by designing, funding and launching innovative companies through the timely transformation of high-potential concepts into profitable ventures with the support of our Venture Studio; and by delivering unparalleled talent hunting solutions for businesses of all sizes, startups, and SMEs, particularly through our Talent Hunting Line

We are looking for a Venture Engineer. This role is for a phenomenal thinker ready to take on the challenge of ideating, designing, and building high-tech and top-science projects within the Venture Studio (VS). You will work alongside the VS Team and Founders of the Alien Group to identify trending concepts and technologies and transform them into research projects and profitable ventures. The ideal candidate will be able to combine their scientific background with the dynamic attitude and nature of the Venture Studio to effectively produce a significant number of projects each year

To join the team you have to possess a genuine interest in technology and business, be highly analytical and articulate, and have a strong command of English. You must be a team player, well organized, and also keen to take on responsibility. qualities include being able to demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset, being highly self-motivated, and having a high degree of stamina to work within an ambitious and goal-driven environment

DUTIES AND

Responsibilities. Researching technologies, investment trends, and innovative concepts to spot opportunities;. Consortium building: identification and engagement of top-notch Research Centres in the EU and US;. Strategic planning for R&I projects, including defining work plans, identification of required resources, and budget preparation

Strategic venture planning, including defining the major features of the startup such as solution, value proposition, partnerships, revenue, and IP strategy;. Writing public funding proposals, including for Eurostars, EIC Pathfinder, and EIC Transition programs to generate funding for the projects and startups being nurtured;. Interacting with stakeholders throughout the venture-building process

JOB REQUIREMENTS. D. An MBA or business experience is considered a plus;. A strong understanding of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, NLP applications;. The ability to locate, read and understand highly technical scientific papers and journals;. Keen interest in innovation and being in the know about the latest tech trends;. Knowledge or experience in EIC Pathfinder and/or EIC Transition is considered a plus;. Experience in writing grant proposals, pitches, and other materials on behalf of startup companies;. Team player, communicative, resistant to stress, mission focused and respectful of deadlines;. Fluent in the English language

Please note: Due to the high volume of candidates we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback regarding the outcome of every single application

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