The Technologiepark Weinberg Campus, acts as a key link between high-tech companies, research institutions, and a growing community of startups and innovation networks.
More than 15.000 people study, research, and work on campus in forward-looking fields – turning ideas into innovations. Among the pillars supporting this innovation ecosystem is a targeted accelerator program.
The Startup Elevator Digital Innovation is designed to support startups from pre-seed to growth stage in sectors such as digital business models, AI, cloud infrastructure, smart services and cybersecurity. The program supports startups in shaping viable, scalable, and investor-ready ventures with a clear market orientation – thereby contributing directly to the digital transformation of the regional economy.
The accelerator is funded by the state of Saxony-Anhalt as part of the “Sachsen-Anhalt Business Accelerator Digital” initiative. The core of the program includes a 9-month startup accelerator program tai- lored to the unique dynamics of digital innovation.
Now, we are looking for a dedicated and innovation-driven Venture Manager & Startup Coach – Digital Innovation (m/f/d).
Tasks
* Support digital startups in areas like business development, market access, growth strategy, investment planning, and pitch readiness.
* Scout and attract promising startups to join the
* Act as the go-to-coach for participating teams, using tailored development goals and structured feedback
* Communicate confidently with founders and investors as well as C-level representatives from the
* Expand and manage relationships with relevant partners, tech experts, service providers, and stakeholders across the digital ecosystem.
* Represent the accelerator and the Weinberg Campus at key startup and tech events, both locally and nationally.
* Support the design and delivery of coaching sessions, workshops, and mentoring activities – sometimes independently, sometimes together with team members.
* Contribute to the planning and execution of the accelerator, as well as related project management
Requirements
* University degree (Bachelor, Master, or equivalent) in business, tech, information technology or a related digital discipline.
* Professional experience in business development, startup/innovation consulting, or digital product development.
* Familiarity with startup fundraising, go-to-market strategies, and digital growth metrics.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to quickly grasp digital business models.
* Confident, professional communication style – both with startups and corporate stakeholders.
* Excellent organizational and time management
* Passion for digital innovation and the startup ecosystem in Saxony-Anhalt.
* Fluent in English and German (spoken and written).
* Proficient with modern office and collaboration tools (MS Office, Notion, Miro, etc.).
* Strong team spirit and a hands-on, customercentric mindset.
Benefits
* A broad network in the innovation ecosystem
* Varied communication in a dynamic environment
* Space for your own ideas and modern work culture
* Flexible working and short decision-making processes
* Further education and training opportunities
* Team-Events
* Business Bike
This position is part of the ego.-KONZEPT project “Saxony-Anhalt Business Accelerator” funded by the European Union and is initially limited until 30.09.2027.
Please send your application by August 31th, 2025 - we look forward to hearing from you!