Careers

We are looking for a VP R&D for one of our portfolio companies to lead the technological development in the biotechnology field (cultured fish) Job Description:

• Participate in defining company’s technological strategy & objectives.
• Create and manage the company’s R&D plan with full responsibility for achieving the development milestones.
• Technology transfer from academic research to industrial development.
• Scaleup from lab scale to industrial scale.
• Adapt R&D plans based on customer requirements.
• Manage, Lead and motivate the technological team.
• Establish and manage collaborations/ partnerships with external resources including academic institutions, laboratories, subcontractors, consultants and regulatory authorities.
• Willing to be involved in hands-on work as required for meeting project goals.

Requirements:

• D. in Life Science, biology, marine biology, microbiology or related disciplines.
• 5 -10 years’ experience as VP R&D or other leading roles in R&D, preferably in areas related to cultured technologies.
• Industrial experience and demonstrated success in product development.
• Experience and/or deep understanding in development and utilization of cultured products, cell-line production, recombinant proteins, gene synthesis and plasmid design.
• Proven business focus and ability to lead the development of abstract concepts into market leading products.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in Hebrew and English.
• Leadership and management abilities.

To Apply Send CV to: Cooking@thekitchenhub.com

We are looking for a CTO for one of our portfolio companies developing antimicrobial peptide technology. Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the technological development.
• Develop & execute work programs aimed at achieving company goals.
• Develop and participate in testing programs aimed at evaluating properties and performance of the developed products in an industrial environment.
• The ability to eloquently communicate, verbally and via presentations, both the underlining scientific fundamentals, results and potential applications.
• Willing to be involved in hands-on work as required for meeting project goals.
• Able to work in a team.
• Oversee and manage budget and headcount (including subcontractors).

Requirements:

• MSc / PhD in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry/Biochemistry or related disciplines.
• Peptide chemistry and synthesis background – an advantage
• Previous experience as R&D leader or other leading roles in R&D.
• Industrial experience and demonstrated success in product development.
• Leadership and management abilities.
• Proven business focus and ability to lead the development of abstract concepts into market leading products.
• Excellent communicator and presenter, able to articulate the company’s vision, Fluent in English

To Apply Send CV to: cooking@thekitchenhub.com

We are looking for a VP R&D for a new startup developing innovative nutrition products. Job Description:

• Participate in defining company’s technological strategy & objectives.
• Create and manage the company’s R&D plan with full responsibility for achieving the development milestones.
• Technology transfer from academic research to industrial development.
• Scaleup from lab scale to industrial scale.
• Adapt R&D plans based on customer requirements.
• Manage, Lead and motivate the technological team.
• Establish and manage collaborations/ partnerships with external resources including academic institutions, laboratories, subcontractors, consultants and regulatory authorities.
• Willing to be involved in hands-on work as required for meeting project goals.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in biology, biomedicine, medicine, chemistry, food science or related field.
• 5 -10 years’ experience as VP R&D or other leading roles in R&D.
• Industrial experience and demonstrated success in product development.
• Understanding of clinical development.
• Proven business focus and ability to lead the development of abstract concepts into market leading products.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in Hebrew and English.

Leadership and management abilities.

We are looking for a VP R&D for one of our portfolio companies to lead the technological development in the biotechnology field (cultured fish) Job Description:

• Participate in defining company’s technological strategy & objectives.
• Create and manage the company’s R&D plan with full responsibility for achieving the development milestones.
• Technology transfer from academic research to industrial development.
• Scaleup from lab scale to industrial scale.
• Adapt R&D plans based on customer requirements.
• Manage, Lead and motivate the technological team.
• Establish and manage collaborations/ partnerships with external resources including academic institutions, laboratories, subcontractors, consultants and regulatory authorities.
• Willing to be involved in hands-on work as required for meeting project goals.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Life Science, biology, marine biology, microbiology or related disciplines.
• 5 -10 years’ experience as VP R&D or other leading roles in R&D, preferably in areas related to cultured technologies.
• Industrial experience and demonstrated success in product development.
• Experience and/or deep understanding in development and utilization of cultured products, cell-line production, recombinant proteins, gene synthesis and plasmid design.
• Proven business focus and ability to lead the development of abstract concepts into market leading products.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in Hebrew and English.
• Leadership and management abilities.

We are looking for an experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead one of our portfolio companies in the biotechnology field.   Responsibilities:

• Secure funding and ensure company’s financial stability.
• Set the company’s goals and operational plan.
• Develop strategy and business plan vis-à-vis the company’s short and long-term objectives.
• Create and execute the company's business plan.
• Maintain deep knowledge of the market and competition.
• Build a team, lead and motivate.

 Requirements:

• Previous roles as CEO or other business position at executive level.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in global business development. Preference to the food or biotech industry.
• An entrepreneurial mindset with outstanding organizational and leadership skills.
• Good understanding of technology and innovation processes.
• Experience in funds raising.
• Excellent communicator and presenter; able to articulate the company’s vision; comfortable with public speaking; Fluent in English.
• MSc/MA in business administration or relevant field – preferred.