Entrepreneurship Coordinator / Entrepreneurship Coordinator

Join the ETH AI Center Team

The ETH AI Center is one of the largest university centers in the world for artificial intelligence, boasting over 120 professors from all 16 departments of ETH Zurich and more than 1,500 associated PhD students and post-doctoral researchers. Our mission is to amplify human potential by fostering breakthrough ideas through interdisciplinary AI research and facilitating the transition from science to society. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of AI research, fostering innovation, and driving impactful projects.

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive, hands-on, and organized Entrepreneurship & Community Coordinator to be at the forefront of our Entrepreneurship team within the ETH AI Center. This role is vital for implementing activities that support our growing community of affiliated startups, including partnerships with venture capitalists and service providers. The ideal candidate will not just oversee activities from a distance but will be deeply involved in making things happen on the ground.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of community building efforts for affiliated startups, including conceptualizing, organizing, and participating in events.
• Foster direct and meaningful relationships with startups while maintaining strong connections with founders and partners.
• Operate and manage ongoing programs like the AI Launchpad, ensuring tasks are completed and timelines are met.
• Identify and reach out to new potential partners, service providers, and collaborators who can add value to our startups.
• Scout and screen entrepreneurial talent, ensuring alignment with the community’s standards and needs.
• Manage the operational process of onboarding new startups to the ETH AI Center from initial contact to official affiliation.
• Develop a strong local network to enhance the affiliated startup community and strengthen entrepreneurial initiatives.
• Plan, organize, and execute the entrepreneurship contributions at events such as the AI + X Summit and AI House Davos, covering logistics, scheduling, and onsite management.
• Create and schedule engaging content for digital and social media channels to promote activities and engage the startup community.
• Oversee events from initial planning to post-event evaluation, ensuring every detail is managed efficiently.

Qualifications

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-driven mindset.
• Proven ability and motivation to independently set up and manage projects.
• Excellent organizational skills and talent for communication, enabling effective interactions with partners and startups.
• Hands-on experience within a startup or startup ecosystem is a plus.
• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in German is an advantage.
• Familiarity with the Swiss startup ecosystem is desirable but not required.

Why Join Us?

Joining our team means working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment at the intersection of cutting-edge research and entrepreneurship. You will play a crucial role in shaping the startup community at one of the world's leading AI centers and will be offered numerous opportunities for professional growth and networking.

The position is initially limited to one year, with the possibility and intention to extend.

Application Process

To embark on this exciting journey with us, apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Contact Information

For further information about the ETH AI Center, please visit our website. If you have any questions regarding the position, you may reach out to Mrs. Ann-Lauriene Schumacher at annlauriene.schumacher@ai.ethz.ch (please note that applications will not be accepted via email).

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