ETH Entrepreneurship is the staff unit of the Vice President Knowledge Transfer and Corporate Relations that promotes entrepreneurship at ETH and supports aspiring ETH founders in launching their new ventures. ETH spin-offs are deep technology ventures based on research results from ETH Zurich. More than 30 ETH spin-offs and start-ups are founded each year.

ETH Zurich is seeking a dynamic and highly organized professional to co-lead the ETH Investor Connect Program. This position provides a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of deeptech innovation, venture capital, and entrepreneurship.

• Manage and grow ETH Zurich’s Investor Connect platform, connecting spin-offs and start-ups with a curated network of over 100 active investors.
• Develop and execute strategies to attract, engage, and retain investors in the program.
• Facilitate matchmaking between start-ups and investors, including regular exclusive networking events.
• Track investor engagement metrics and provide insights to ETH Zurich leadership to improve program effectiveness.
• Support start-ups with investor communications, pitch preparation, and follow-ups.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Management, Entrepreneurship, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in investor relations, start-up programs, venture capital, or event management.
• Work-experience at a start-up or spin-off highly appreciated.
• Strong network in the start-up and investor ecosystem is advantageous.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and capable of working independently as well as part of a team.

• Be at the forefront of deeptech innovation and venture creation in Switzerland and Europe.
• Work with world-class researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors.
• Drive meaningful impact by connecting ETH Zurich spinoffs to capital, expertise, and growth opportunities.
• Training opportunities.
• Perspectives for career development.
• Support programmes (e.g. mentoring) and networks.
• Your (team) culture and team composition.
• Working environment and employment conditions.
• Your commitment to diversity (e.g. flexible working hours, possibility for part-time work, home office).

In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

We look forward to receiving your online application until 30 September (5pm) with the following documents:

• CV
• Motivation Letter

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Further information about ETH Entrepreneurship can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Joni Rakipi, (no applications).

Start date and workload to be mutually agreed.

We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.