Technology Transfer Manager / External Scale Up

Fast-paced, early-stage biotech company seeking a Technology Transfer Manager to support the rapid expansion of global aerial mycelium production capacity through External Scale Up and Technology Transfer to existing mushroom farms.

Ecovative is an exciting biotech company based in New York. Our founders are TED talk alumni and have been recognized as innovative entrepreneurs on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. Our work has been featured in The New York Times, Fast Company, Wired, Forbes and on CNN. Ecovative has also recently launched Atlast Food Co., a company wholly focused on converting Ecovative’s mycelium ingredients into the world’s most delicious meat-alternatives.

THE TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER MANAGER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING:

• Support the rapid expansion of global aerial mycelium production capacity through External Scale-Up and Technology Transfer to existing mushroom farms

• Manage multiple projects with external farms in different regions at different stages in the technology transfer process

• Maintain relationships with commercial growers, coordinating between external parties and Ecovative Legal team to determine contracts and Ecovative and partner business teams to manage expectations and delivery of the product

• Coordinate closely with Ecovative Pilot and Foundry teams on scale-up challenges, research targets and priorities, and new discoveries

• Manage a small team of specialists in support of External Scale-Up and Technology Transfer, including hiring, selection, performance management, development, and employee relations

• Develop and organize technology transfer documentation and training materials

MINIMUM EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND COMPETENCIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with a minimum of 7 years in relevant biotechnology or indoor agriculture field.  A candidate with significant experience with the ability to lead the technology transfer team will be considered in lieu of a degree

• A minimum of three years in a people management capacity

• Demonstrated experience in scale-up, project management, research partnerships, and contract manufacturing

• Familiarity with mushroom cultivation

• Availability for travel up to 50% of the time, including site support for critical start-up and trials

• Exceptional writing and communication skills

• Experience developing training materials and performing necessary training 

• Able to work remotely and travel where necessary.  Travel has been postponed through the pandemic

• Must be a self-driven and motivated individual with a track record of making business connections and successful project completion

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• PMP or CMAP certification

• Background in commercial mushroom farming