Entrepreneurship Coordinator / Entrepreneurship Coordinatoress

Entrepreneurship & Community Coordinator

80%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term

The ETH AI Center is one of the largest university centers in the world for artificial intelligence, boasting over 110 professors from all 16 departments of ETH Zurich and more than 1,400 PhD students and post-docs. Our mission is to amplify human potential by fostering breakthrough ideas through interdisciplinary AI research and enabling the transition from science to society. We strive to push the boundaries of AI research, foster innovation, and drive impactful projects.

Project Background

We are seeking a proactive, hands-on, and organized Entrepreneurship & Community Coordinator to play a pivotal role in our ETH AI Center's Entrepreneurship team. This position is essential for directly driving activities, including partnerships with VCs and service providers, that support our growing community of affiliated startups. It’s not about overseeing from a distance; it’s about rolling up your sleeves and getting things done. You will help shape the future of AI entrepreneurship by translating strategic ideas into operational reality.

Job Description

• Take full ownership of executing community-building efforts for affiliated startups and entrepreneurial initiatives at the ETH AI Center.
• Be a visible and engaged presence by actively participating in events, fostering direct and meaningful relationships with startups, and maintaining strong ongoing connections with founders and partners.
• Operate and manage ongoing programs like the AI Launchpad, ensuring tasks are completed, timelines are met, and participants are fully supported.
• Identify and reach out to new potential partners, service providers, and collaborators who can bring direct value to affiliated startups.
• Actively scout and screen entrepreneurial talent, ensuring alignment with our community's standards and needs.
• Manage the operational process of onboarding new startups to the ETH AI Center from initial contact through to official affiliation.
• Develop a strong local network to grow the affiliated startup community and enhance entrepreneurial initiatives at the ETH AI Center.
• Plan, organize, and run the entrepreneurship components at events such as the AI + X Summit and AI House Davos, including logistics, scheduling, communication, and onsite execution.
• Create and schedule content for digital and social media channels to engage the startup community and promote activities.
• Take full ownership of events from initial planning to post-event wrap-up, ensuring every detail runs smoothly.

Profile

We are looking for candidates with:

• A proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-driven mindset.
• Proven ability and motivation to independently set up and manage projects.
• Excellent organizational skills and a talent for communication, facilitating effective interactions with partners and affiliated startups.
• Hands-on experience in a startup or startup ecosystem (a plus).
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently, both in person and in writing. English fluency is essential, and German is a plus.
• Prior hands-on experience from working in or with startups or startup-support organizations.
• Familiarity with the Swiss startup ecosystem (nice to have, not required).

Workplace

Joining our team means working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment at the intersection of cutting-edge research and entrepreneurship. You will play an essential role in shaping the startup community at one of the world’s leading AI centers, with ample opportunities for professional growth and networking.

ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer offering excellent working conditions. You can look forward to an exciting working environment, cultural diversity, and attractive offers and benefits.

We Value Diversity

In alignment 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 learn how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

Curious? So Are We.

The position is limited to a duration of 1 year with the possibility and intention to extend.

To embark on this exciting journey with us, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Further information about the ETH AI Center can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Mrs. Melanie Gabriel at melanie.gabriel@ai.ethz.ch (no applications).

About ETH Zurich

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