About the job
About Activate Global
Activate empowers scientists and engineers to transform innovative research into impactful market solutions. We collaborate with prominent funders and research institutions to offer the Activate Fellowship, providing essential funding, a vibrant community, mentorship, an extensive network, and the critical time needed for scientists to evolve into successful entrepreneurs.
Our outcomes speak volumes: since 2015, Activate Fellows have launched 197 groundbreaking companies, securing $4 billion in follow-on funding, generating over 2,800 jobs across the U. S., and establishing multiple new market categories. Activate supports fellows in Berkeley, CA; Cambridge, MA; New York, NY; Houston, TX; and nationwide through Activate Anywhere.
Position Summary
The Fellowship Associate for Activate Berkeley plays a crucial role in providing operational support to the Activate Berkeley Community and its fellows. As an integral member of the Berkeley Fellowship team, you will coordinate and execute the overall Fellowship experience, which encompasses logistics for both virtual and in-person programming, community events, and the selection and onboarding of new fellows. You will also manage data, communicate with stakeholders (including applicants, fellows, and visitors), track Fellowship requirements, plan local events, oversee office management, and provide general support for other Activate Fellowship communities and initiatives.
The Fellowship Associate reports directly to the Senior Fellowship Manager at Activate Berkeley.
Primary Responsibilities
- Events: Organize and execute Fellowship events, including bi-weekly local programming logistics, meetings between visitors and fellows, quarterly social gatherings, and 1-2 large annual events.
- Calendar Management: Schedule and coordinate meetings, including regular sessions between fellows and the Managing Director, quarterly meetings between fellows and staff, office visitors, and other internal and external meetings.
- Office Management: Oversee the Activate Berkeley office, manage visitor coordination, liaise with building management, stock supplies, set up and dismantle in-office events, and maintain a welcoming atmosphere.
- Data, Reporting, and Communications: Maintain accurate fellowship records and assist the team in managing fellow data. Support reporting and communications with other Activate teams, close partners at Lawrence Berkeley Lab's Cyclotron Road program, external stakeholders, and funders/partners.
