Senior Associate (Quantum) to the Venture Creation Department at BioInnovation Institute
Do you have a passion for deep tech innovation and a talent for coaching scientific founders? And are you excited about supporting start-ups and research teams that can accelerate the growth of a new quantum industry in Denmark?
Then we may have the perfect opportunity at the BioInnovation Institute, where we are seeking a Senior Associate to join the Venture Creation department within the Quantum team.
Your Opportunity to Join BII!
Established by the Novo Nordisk Foundation in 2018, BII promotes collaborative, interdisciplinary, research-based innovation in the Life Sciences, Quantum Science, and Deep Tech and helps build viable start-up companies to ensure that such innovations become widely available for the benefit of people and society.
As a Senior Associate in the Quantum team, you will be part of a small team committed to identifying, supporting, and scaling transformative science-based ventures. Together, you will help turn early-stage innovation into real-world impact - bringing science to life by bridging academia, industry, and funding to create lasting change.
In this role, you will play a key role in scouting, anchoring, and developing partnerships that strengthen BII’s position as a leading European incubator within quantum technology innovation. You will help identify promising startups and research-based technologies, support the evaluation of new opportunities, and work closely with the founders to build the strongest possible foundations for future successful companies.
Your key responsibilities will include:
1. Anchoring
- Support quantum startups through BII’s incubation programs — from application and selection to milestone delivery.
- Work closely with the founder teams to develop their strategy, network, roadmaps, organizations and funding plans.
2. Scouting and Pipeline Development
- Identify and evaluate early-stage opportunities within quantum hardware, algorithms and enabling technologies.
- Engage with founders and research teams to assess technological maturity, business potential, and alignment with BII’s offerings.
3. Partnerships and Ecosystem Building
- Develop and maintain partnerships with relevant stakeholders across the innovation ecosystem — including corporates, investors, public funding bodies, and research institutions.
- Represent BII at relevant conferences, events, and networks within quantum technology.
Professional & Personal Qualifications
We are looking for a colleague with an entrepreneurial mindset who is curious about emerging technologies and passionate about transforming cutting-edge science into viable businesses. You bring strong technical deep-tech experience, ideally gained from a senior role in a deep-tech startup or a similar environment. Besides this, we imagine that you bring the following competencies and skills:
- MSc or PhD in engineering, physics, or a related field; MBA or equivalent business experience is a plus.
- Additional experience and network within venture capital, startup mentoring, fundraising or deep tech productization is also a plus.
- Senior-level experience from a deep tech startup will be viewed as a strong plus.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to assess both technical and commercial potential of early-stage innovations.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in English and a natural networker.
- A team player with a collaborative and relationship-driven approach.
- Structured, independent, and comfortable managing multiple workstreams.
You see yourself as purpose-driven and motivated by contributing to a non-profit organization that is dedicated to bringing science to life.
Curious for more?
If you are curious to know more about the position, please contact Jakob Svagin, Director (Venture Creation, Quantum), on e-mail: jsn@bii.dk or phone: +45 2872 0488.
To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, and academic certificates by clicking on the “Apply now” button. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible and no later than November 26th, 2025.
You can expect to hear from us after the application deadline, once the hiring team has reviewed all applications. The interview process consists of two interviews and will take place in early December. The expected start date is February 2026.
Working at BII
At BII we offer a purpose-driven community where science and innovation create meaningful change and impact in society. BII’s entrepreneurial environment is shaped and nurtured every day by our employees, start-ups, and everyone who joins us in bringing science to life. This role offers a unique opportunity to join Europe’s largest innovation and incubation initiative within life sciences and deep tech.
At BII, we value diversity, inclusion, and well-being at the core of our operations, believing that the best ideas emerge when diverse perspectives unite. Join us to work alongside passionate changemakers in a dynamic, supportive environment where you can grow, shape the future of life sciences, and make a meaningful impact.
Located in the heart of Copenhagen, our offices provide an inspiring setting for collaboration and innovation. You can find us at Ole Maaløes Vej 3, 2200 Copenhagen N.
See our open positions at BII on our career page or on LinkedIn.
