Chief Technology Officer

About the job

A new company in the alternative protein space is searching for a Chief Technology Officer to lead the company's R&D. The company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced CTO familiar with synthetic biology and cell culture, to play a pivotal role in driving the company's technological innovation and product development.

Location: Israel, Jerusalem

Reporting to: CEO

Scope: Full-time

Responsibility

Responsible for the development and execution of the company’s technological roadmap in alignment with its business strategy

R&D leadership and problem-solving

Presentation of technology strategy and capabilities to potential partners and investors

Collaborate with the CEO to identify new technology-based growth opportunities with external parties

Responsible for driving new IP assets and managing the existing IP portfolio

Requirements

Proven experience as a CTO / senior technology leadership role, in a life science or cell culture based company – MUST

A PhD degree in a relevant field (e.g., cell biology, microbiology, biomedicine)

Track record of project leading and product development from early stages

Deep understanding of relevant technologies in tissue engineering and alternative proteins

Strong biological background with a deep understanding of animal cells and/or microorganisms

Good leadership skills

High motivation and adjustability to dynamic startup environment