Founder in Residence, Zero-Emissions Plastic Packaging Innovator

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Deep Science Ventures Full time
Transforming the Plastic Packaging Industry

Deep Science Ventures is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Founder in Residence to lead our efforts in developing sustainable alternatives to traditional plastic packaging. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for creating and scaling high-impact ventures that address the global plastic packaging challenge.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for creating sustainable packaging solutions
  • Lead the development of new technologies and products that reduce plastic waste and improve recycling rates
  • Collaborate with our network of partners and advisors to identify opportunities for innovation and growth
  • Manage and mentor a team of scientists and engineers to ensure the successful development and launch of new ventures

Requirements:

  • PhD or equivalent industry R&D experience in organic (bio)polymer design and/or organic (bio)chemicals
  • Strong knowledge of state-of-the-art technologies and constraints in CO2 conversion, biomass conversion, and plastic recycling
  • Experience in building and scaling new technologies from concept to demonstration
  • Experience in raising funds from early-stage investors/VC
  • Experience in building and scaling a high-growth enterprise (leadership/c-suite roles)

What We Offer:

  • Access to optimized, purpose-built, proprietary tools, resources, and processes to help create high-impact ventures from scratch
  • Opportunity area-specific know-how from our network of Partners and Advisors
  • Up to £250k in investment to incorporate the new venture and develop early proof-of-concept data
  • Guaranteed income of £4,166 per month paid as a consultancy fee until the company is launched and the pre-seed investment is secured
  • Majority equity stake in the new company for you and your co-founders
  • Continuous post-spinout support, including fundraising, commercial partnerships, recruitment, and team-building

About Deep Science Ventures:

Deep Science Ventures is a mission-driven organization that uses its unique venture creation process to create, spin-out, and invest in science companies. We operate in four sectors—Pharmaceuticals, Climate, Agriculture, and Computation—and tackle the challenges defining these areas by taking a first principles approach and partnering with leading institutions.



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