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Ready to shake things up? Trade your labour for compensation. And a mission. And frontier science. And time with beautiful, driven colleagues. And company benefits. And yummy cheese.
At Formo, we’re leveraging the cutting-edge powers of biotech and food science to revolutionise the food system. Join us on this wild ride and create a better future with us.
At formo you’ll have the opportunity to…
Join a diverse team of superstar scientist & business activists from over 21 different countries who are ready to launch irresistibly delicious dairy products.
Change the status quo! We’re using disruptive tech to transform the industry and power the sustainable food revolution.
Become part of our purpose-driven team and experience what meaningful work with true impact actually feels like.
Take your productivity to the next level. Our labs and offices in Berlin and Frankfurt are cutting edge and designed to spark your inspiration.
We had some ideas about how we might work together:
Chief of Staff (f/m/x)
BerlinJob description
You know what’s even better than a sustainable food system?
Being a part of a badass team that’s making it happen! And guess what? We’re on the hunt for a Chief of Staff to join our awesome team at Formo. You will become the right hand of the CEO for any strategic projects and you will be leading and growing our internal strategy team.
Oh, and did we mention that you’ll get a front-row seat to witness the groundbreaking food technology of a startup right here in Berlin? Trust us, this is the chance of a lifetime!
Responsibilities
Business strategy
- Lead the business strategy team
- Define and monitor the business strategy and run the company roadmap
- Support fundraising and lead investor reporting
- Drive the strategic direction as part of the Senior Leadership team
Risk Management
- Identify business needs and risks as well as create and implement strategic projects for mitigation
Project Management
- Lead and implement key projects/strategic roadmap across the company, ensuring their successful execution and timely completion, drive initiatives forward and achieve strategic objectives
- Guarantee accountability for cross-department projects
- Assist with high-level presentations and reports that may be required
Planning, Coordination and Stakeholder-management
- Be the right hand of the CEO
- Help the CEO become more efficient and prepare internal as well as external touch-points with stakeholders (maximize organizational efficiency)
- Improve current processes and optimize organizational procedures for efficiency and productivity
- Prepare and attend board as well as business-critical senior leadership meetings, document meeting notes and follow up on decisions and tasks to achieve company objectives
Job requirements
Requirements
- Business or Science degree + MBA
- 4+ years experience in top-tier management consulting + experience in VC or in a high growth start up would be great
- Well-developed project-management skills and a proven track record of successfully leading and executing complex projects
- Organized and disciplined and a high sense of accountability and autonomy
- Understanding of VC and FoodTech industry (understanding of BioTech beneficial)
- Proven experience to motivate, steer, and develop colleagues
- Strategic thinking and analytical skills, to make number based decisions and develop optimal solutions
- Top-notch communication and conflict-resolution skills and ability to simplify complex problems
- Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive, results driven, self-motivated and hands-on attitude
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
- Fluent in English, German is a plus
Disclaimer
Formo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, genetic information, color, physical or mental disability, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Job description
🔬 Elevate Your Career in Fungal Microbiology at Formo! 🍄
Are you passionate about unlocking the secrets of fungi and pioneering breakthroughs in Aspergillus strain development? At Formo, we are on a mission to revolutionize the food industry, and we need a visionary scientist to help us lead the way! Your knowledge and skills will be instrumental in our journey to make a lasting impact on the biotech industry and will help us create delicious animal free products like cheese! 🧀
Sounds interesting? Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
Your responsibilities:
Protein Pioneering: Lead groundbreaking strategies for protein production in fungi.
Genetic Engineering: Develop high-throughput genetic engineering methods. Shorten timelines and accelerate progress, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Data Detective: Analyze vast omics datasets, especially NGS data from whole genome sequencing and transcriptomics.
Impactful Presenter: Showcase findings and data summaries with compelling reports & protocols.
Team Catalyst: Foster collaboration & coordination across teams.
Guide and Inspire: Elevate your leadership skills as you help mentor and guide the team.
Lab Expertise: Hands-on work in the lab alongside project management in all fungal matters.
Job requirements
Elevated Expertise: You have a PhD in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or Genetics, and let your expertise shine.
Mycology Innovator: You hold a strong passion in molecular mycology with a knack for fungal strain engineering.
Protein Maestro: You bring technical skills in heterologous protein expression in fungi.
Screening Dynamo: Drive progress with high-throughput screening skills.
Digital DNA: Navigate genomics and molecular biology databases with ease. Proficiency in standard molecular biology software tools is non-negotiable.
Mentorship Leader: Inspiring and nurturing lab talent sounds like an exciting opportunity.
Fermentation Explorer: Extra points for experience in fungal fermentations.
Language Fluent: Communicate your brilliance in English.
To find out more about our benefits and interview process, please check out the FAQ section on our Career Page! 💥Disclaimer
Formo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, genetic information, color, physical or mental disability, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Job description
Hey, you know what’s even better than just a sustainable food system? Being a part of a badass team that’s making it happen! And guess what? We’re on the hunt for a passionate Graphic / Communication Designer to join our amazing Marketing Team. Through compelling design and creative content, you will play a crucial role in enhancing our brand presence, driving engagement across various channels, and supporting our mission to redefine the future of food with animal-free solutions.
Oh, and did we mention that you’ll get a front-row seat to witness the groundbreaking food technology of a startup right here in Berlin? Trust us, this is the chance of a lifetime! 💥
Was erwartet dich auf unserer Grafik-Weide? 🐄
Kampagnenerstellung: Lebe deine Kreativität aus, indem du ‘moo-gnificent’ Kampagnen designst, die unsere Produkte nicht nur launchen, sondern zum Mond schießen!
Customer Experience: Dein Job ist es, unsere Kunden vom ersten “Muh” bis zum letzten “Yum” zu begleiten. Ob Website, Social Media, Merch oder unser Cheeseletter – du sorgst dafür, dass die Formo Experience immer im Einklang mit unserer Brand Identity ist
Brand Identity: Du sorgst dafür, dass unsere Marke so bleibt, wie sie sein sollte: Ausdrucksstark, unverwechselbar und voller Charakter. Überprüfe und aktualisiere regelmäßig alle kreativen Materialien, um sicherzustellen, dass sie im Einklang mit unseren Marken Zielen stehen
Content + Visuals: Erstellung von kreativem ‘Kuh’ntent für verschiedene Plattformen & Zielgruppen, sowie von visuellen Elementen für soziale Medien, Websites, Werbematerialien & Promotionsmaterialien
Designprojekte: Du verwaltest Designprojekte wie ein Käser seine Reifehalle – von der Konzeption bis zur Fertigstellung, effizient, strukturiert und immer mit dem Auge fürs Detail
Job requirements
Was gehört in deinen Designer-Rucksack? 🎒
Grafikdesign-Skills: Dein Menü umfasst alle gängigen Grafikdesign-Tools wie die Adobe Creative Suite. Du bist ein Meister der visuellen Zutaten: Layout, Typografie und Farbtheorie
Anpassung an digitale Plattformen: Erfahrung in der Gestaltung für verschiedene digitale Plattformen und Medien, einschließlich sozialer Medien, Web und Werbung, mit der Fähigkeit, kreativen Content für unterschiedliche Plattformen und Zielgruppen anzupassen
Projektmanagement: Fähigkeit zur Verwaltung mehrerer Designprojekte von der Konzeption bis zur Fertigstellung, Einhaltung von Fristen und Budgetbeschränkungen, sowie Zusammenarbeit mit interdisziplinären Teams in Marketingkampagnen und Produktveröffentlichungen
Kreativität: Fähigkeit, kreativ zu denken und innovative Ideen in Brainstorming-Sitzungen des Teams einzubringen, um Marketing- und Markenstrategien zu verbessern
Studium: Du hast erfolgreich in Grafikdesign, Kommunikationsdesign, Produktdesign oder einem verwandten Studiengang deinen Abschluss gemacht
Joker im Ärmel? Wenn du auch noch in Videobearbeitung, Grafikanimationen und sogar in SEO & Webdesign fit bist, dann bist du bei uns das absolute Icing on the cake!
Disclaimer
Formo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, genetic information, color, physical or mental disability, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Job description
You know what’s even better than just a sustainable food system?
Being a part of a badass team that’s making it happen! And guess what? We’re on the hunt for a Marketing Project Manager to join our awesome Marketing team at Formo. Take the lead in the coordination and oversight of complex marketing activities across various channels and tiers in order to actively drive the upcoming launch of our irresistible animal-free products this year!
Oh, and did we mention that you’ll get a front-row seat to witness the groundbreaking food technology of a startup right here in Berlin? Trust us, this is the chance of a lifetime!
Was erwartet dich in unserer Käse-Königreich? 🧀
Kampagnenmanagement: Leite & überwache komplexe Marketingaktivitäten auf verschiedenen Kanälen, um sicherzustellen, dass sie mit unserer Vision übereinstimmen und auf ‘Kuh’rs bleiben
Budget und Zeitplan: Du hast den Hühnerstall im Griff und verwaltest unser/e Marketing Budget & Zeitpläne, um sicherzustellen, dass Projekte pünktlich und innerhalb des Budgets umgesetzt werden
Datenanalyse: Du tauchst tief in den Daten-Ozean und angelst Perlen der Erkenntnis, um die Leistung unserer Kampagnen zu optimieren und fundierte Entscheidungen zu treffen
Markenstrategie: Arbeite mit unserem Team von ‘muh-tivierten’ Marketern und externen kreativen ‘Kuhlaborateuren’ zusammen, an der Verbesserung und Umsetzung unserer Markenstrategie
Kom‘muh‘nikation: Fördere klare Kommunikation im Team, sowie auch von externen Stakeholdern, um sicherzustellen, dass alle auf demselben Stand sind und gemeinsame Ziele verfolgen
Job requirements
Was musst du in deinem Stall haben? 🐮
Projektmanagement Skills: Beherrsche die Planung, Organisation und Durchführung mehrerer Marketing Projekte gleichzeitig und habe die Fähigkeit, Zeitpläne, Budgets und Ergebnisse im Blick zu behalten
Datenanalyse: Fähigkeit, Marketingdaten zu sammeln, zu analysieren und zu interpretieren
Industry Knowledge: Kenntnisse in der Food- und FMCG Industrie, sowie deren Trends und bewährten Marketing Praktiken
Marketing-Tools: Sicherer Umgang mit Marketing Softwares und -tools wie Google Analytics, CRM-Systemen, E-Mail-Marketing-Plattformen usw.
Cross-Channel-Marketing: Koordiniere unsere Marketing Aktivitäten auf verschiedenen Kanälen, einschließlich digitaler Einzelhandels- und Offline-Kanäle
Kundensegmentierung: Fähigkeit zur Identifizierung von Zielgruppen und entsprechende Anpassung von Marketingstrategien
German & English: Dein Deutsch (native) und Englisch (C2) sind so flüssig wie geschmolzener Käse
Disclaimer
Formo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, genetic information, color, physical or mental disability, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Job description
Hey, you know what’s even better than just a sustainable food system? Being a part of a badass team that’s making it happen! And guess what? We’re on the hunt for a creative and enthusiastic Working Student to join our awesome Brand & Communications team at Formo. Get ready to support us on a wild and diverse range of exciting topics, including Public Relations, Social Media, Employer Branding, and so much more. And here’s the icing on the (cheese) cake: not only will you have the opportunity to learn and grow, but you’ll also be in charge of your very own projects.
Oh, and did we mention that you’ll get a front-row seat to witness the groundbreaking food technology of a startup right here in Berlin? Trust us, this is the chance of a lifetime! 💥
Deine Aufgaben
Du arbeitest proaktiv an unseren Public Relations Aktivitäten, wie z. B. an der Kommunikation mit Journalist*innen, der Organisation von Shootings und Interviews, Pressemitteilungen usw.
Du unterstützt bei wichtigen Social Media Angelegenheiten, wie z.B. Community Management, Influencer Outreach & Kommunikation, Organisation von Influencer Events und Schreiben von Blogbeiträgen
Du arbeitest aktiv an unserem Employer Branding und übernimmst administrative Aufgaben, um unser Brands & Communications Team am Laufen zu halten
Job requirements
Hervorragendes Kommunikationstalent, sowohl schriftlich als auch verbal
Erste Erfahrungen in der Erstellung von Inhalten, sei es von Videos, Fotos oder Texten
Selbstständiges Arbeiten, Organisationstalent und eine strukturierte Arbeitsweise sind unerlässlich
Social-Media-Affinität, sowie ein Gespür für relevante Themen und flexibles Reagieren auf aktuelle Ereignisse sind wünschenswert
Grafische Kenntnisse, wie z.B. WordPress, Adobe, Photoshop, Figma, Canva, sind ein Plus
Ausgezeichnete mündliche und schriftliche Englisch- und Deutschkenntnisse (d.h. die eierlegende Wollmilchsau ist für dich kein Fremdwort)
To find out more about our benefits and interview process, please check out the FAQ section on our Career Page! 💥Disclaimer
Formo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, genetic information, color, physical or mental disability, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Job description
Join Formo as a passionate and hands-on Product Developer / Process Engineer and play a key role in scaling up our animal-free dairy products. Lead the development of high-quality products and drive the production process in co-manufacturing sites, ensuring efficient and sustainable manufacturing. If you have a passion for product development and experience in launching and scaling up food products, apply now to help us create a sustainable future through delicious and cruelty-free dairy alternatives.
Your responsibilities
Coordinate the industrial scale-up of our products
Oversee & conduct on-site scale-up trials in co-manufacturing site, optimizing product formulations and processes for large-scale manufacturing
Troubleshoot production issues in both co-manufacturing & in-house facilities, while ensuring adherence to quality standards
Lead the development of new products, from concept to market launch, ensuring product quality, functionality, and compliance with regulatory standards
Liaise with CMOs to drive product performance improvement
Closely collaborate with the procurement team to source ingredients and ensure technical requirements are met according to our standards
Mentor and provide guidance to the team, fostering professional growth & knowledge
Job requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science / Technology or a related field
- Proven experience as a product developer / process engineer within the food industry, preferably with specialization in dairy products or vegan alternatives
Demonstrated experience in product launch, scale-up trials, industrialization, and supplier management
Strong knowledge and experience in food safety and quality assurance practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
Willingness and availability to travel to different co-manufacturing sites as needed
Fluent in German (C2) and English (C2)
To find out more about our benefits and interview process, please check out the FAQ section on our Career Page! 💥Disclaimer
Formo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, genetic information, color, physical or mental disability, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Technical Assistant – BTA or MTA (f/m/x)
FrankfurtJob description
Join Formo as a Lab Technician and support our team of strain engineers to generate and improve milk-protein expressing microbes. We are harnessing the power of microbes and precision fermentation to produce milk proteins in a sustainable process to create delicious and cruelty-free dairy alternatives. If you have a passion for microbes and molecular biology, apply now to join a passionate team setting out to break the boundaries of traditional fermentation and take it to the next level.
Responsibilities
Ownership of several microbiological tasks, such as cultivation, transformation and verification of different microbial species, including bacteria and yeasts
Responsibility of PCR, designing and cloning constructs via different strategies, SDS-PAGE and Western blotting
Maintaining & ensuring sterile work with cultures of different microbial species in biosafety cabinets
Preparation of media, reagents and stock solutions
Detailed recording and documentation of all results in electronic lab notebook (ELN)
Job requirements
Successful qualification as BTA/MTA, experience in industrial laboratories would be a plus
Proven experience in the field of molecular microbiology, incl. standard molecular and microbial techniques
Experience in molecular biology of fungi would be advantageous
High motivation to learn new and advanced methods and to apply them independently
Very good knowledge of English
To find out more about our benefits and interview process, please check out the FAQ section on our Career Page! 💥Disclaimer
Formo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, genetic information, color, physical or mental disability, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Flavour Scientist (f/m/x)
BerlinJob description
We’re on the hunt for a Flavour Guru Extraordinaire – if you’ve got experience in the bag and the scoop on flavors, we want to hear from you!
Managing the GC MS analysis solo? Easy. Processing data and building cool visualizations like PCAs and heat maps? Piece of vegan cake. With a passion for dairy, we are dreaming of someone who’s practically a cheese whisperer – whether it’s animal or plant-based, they know their scamorza. At Formo we’d have you diving into a world of flavor formation, dancing with the reaction pathways of ripening cultures, and decoding the secrets of ripening conditions. If that sounds tasty to you let’s chat!
Responsibilities
Conduct VOC flavour analysis using GC MS, including method development, refinement, and calibration for all Formo products
Research and understand reaction pathways connected to flavour formation in animal-free dairy products
Translate discoveries into applications through close collaboration with our scientists and developers
Analyse and present data in a comprehensive way to various stakeholders
Manage research activities (internally & externally) in the area of flavour and sensory
Job requirements
Ph.D. in Food Chemistry, Food Engineering, Plant or Biochemistry, or related field, with a focus on flavour chemistry, flavour generation, and technology or MSc with relevant experience in flavour analysis, ideally in food or dairy applications
Sound knowledge of food technology and demonstrated project management skills
Experience in state-of-the-art tools for flavour analytics, knowledge of sensory/chemometrics
Demonstrated capability to establish and manage external collaborations, especially within a multidisciplinary context
Ability to think strategically and application-oriented
Fluent in English, German is a plus
To find out more about our benefits and interview process, please check out the FAQ section on our Career Page! 💥
Disclaimer
Formo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, genetic information, color, physical or mental disability, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Food Scientist (f/m/x)
BerlinJob description
Hey there, culinary Einstein! We’re on the hunt for a Food Scientist (x/m/f) to join our crew at Formo.
As a key ingredient in our Food Science Team, you’ll be the Maestro behind integrating your food passion into Formo’s product lineup. Get ready to sprinkle your magic on texture, sensory delights, and even work your cost-cutting and shelf-life expertise – all while collaborating with our cross-functional squads.
If you’ve got a love affair with food science that matches our passion, then ride with us towards the future of food
ResponsibilitiesResearch, develop, and optimize food products, especially bringing in your knowledge of hydrocolloids and fiber
Conduct analytical tests such as taste, texture and shelf life, and/or other nutrient tests for the prototypes developed
Apply sound scientific methods including planning and executing trials, analyzing data, and defining solutions to achieve project goals
Take the lead on R&D projects including product and process improvement as well as product reformulation
Report results to interested stakeholders
Partner and communicate effectively with cross-functional groups: Product development, Quality, Procurement, Finance
Job requirements
Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or equivalent
Working experience as an R&D Food Scientist in a food company preferably in the area of hydrocolloids and fiber
Passionate about food, nutrition, and sustainability
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience working with cross-functional teams
High level of flexibility, commitment, ability to multitask, and change management skills
Fluent in English
To find out more about our benefits and interview process, please check out the FAQ section on our Career Page! 💥
Disclaimer
Formo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, genetic information, color, physical or mental disability, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression
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FAQs
What are the benefits of working at Formo?
Next to regular delicious cheese tastings, we do offer a variety of other different benefits such as:
• A mobility budget that will help you get around
• Discounted access to Urban Sports Club membership
• ESOP options, so you can own a stake in the company’s success
• A laptop of your choice, to make sure you’re fully equipped
• Language courses to help you expand your skills
• Corporate benefits to help you save on everyday expenses
• Weekly team lunches to connect with your colleagues
• Regular team events and company offsites
What does the interview process look like?
We know that time is valuable, so we aim to keep the process as efficient as possible while still ensuring we only bring in the best of the best.
Typically, our interview process involves a mix of phone and in-person interviews, depending on the role and location. We’ll start with a first chat to get to know you and make sure there’s a potential fit from both sides. If things look good, in the next steps you’ll have further interviews with our Hiring Managers and colleagues. This is the part where we get into more details, such as your skills, experience, and team fit.
Overall, we strive to make the interview process as transparent and fair as possible. We understand that interviews can be nerve-wracking, which is why we strive to create a comfortable environment that allows you to showcase your full potential and capabilities without any added stress or pressure. Our goal is to help you shine and show us what you’re made of!
And if it wasn’t the right moment for you to join us, there’s always a next time. Let’s stay in touch!