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# Head of Batteries bei den TUM Venture Labs (TUM)

- **Company:** TUM Venture Labs
- **Location:** München, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Network Administration, Systems Integration
- **Published:** August 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=679469788385cd80

## About the Role

* Completed degree in a relevant field such as electrical engineering, physics, chemistry, business administration, or comparable - ideally with a connection to battery technology or materials science
 * Several years of experience in the innovation or deep-tech environment (e.g. own startup founding, startup incubation, venture building, research transfer, or industry)
 * Experience leading teams or projects, along with an interest in developing people and creating a trusting, inclusive work environment
 * Good understanding of technologies, market mechanisms, and stakeholders within the battery or deep-tech ecosystem
 * Strength in building networks and collaborating with partners from academia, business, and the public sector
 * Structured, self-directed way of working as well as strong communication skills in German and English

## Description

* Overall responsibility for the strategic development of the Battery Startup Incubator, including shaping a clear vision and direction
 * Building, leading, and continuously developing an interdisciplinary team with a focus on collaboration, ownership, and individual development
 * Creating a work environment where team members can unfold their potential and take on responsibility
 * Designing and further developing support offerings across all startup development phases
 * Managing the incubator's budget, KPIs, and impact monitoring

Ecosystem Building & Network Management (25%)

 * Building and maintaining a nationwide network spanning research, industry, investors, and policy
 * Initiating and developing strategic partnerships with relevant stakeholders
 * Representing the incubator at conferences, events, and in expert panels
 * Positioning the incubator as a central hub within the battery ecosystem

Collaboration & Innovation Support (20%)

 * Connecting research institutions to foster knowledge exchange and joint project development
 * Supporting founders in validating and scaling technology-driven business models
 * Developing formats to promote entrepreneurship within the scientific community
 * Integrating experts from academia and industry into programs and initiatives

Operational Implementation & Coordination (15%)

 * Planning, organizing, and carrying out incubator activities
 * Close coordination with internal and external partner organizations
 * Ensuring efficient processes and smooth day-to-day operations, * Impact-driven work: Active role in building a leading incubator for battery technology in Europe
 * Innovative environment: Collaboration with TUM Venture Labs, the Technical University of Munich, UnternehmerTUM, and leading players from research and industry
 * Entrepreneurial way of working: High degree of creative freedom, fast decision-making, and direct implementation of ideas
 * Strong network: Access to a unique ecosystem of startups, investors, and experts
 * Flexible working model: Hybrid work based in Garching near Munich

The position is project-based until 31.12.2028 and is remunerated according to TV-L E15. Employment is through the Technical University of Munich, with operational activity within the TUM Venture Labs environment.