Science.  And Startups.

Whether you’re a leading scientist, an entrepreneur, or simply someone with a groundbreaking science-based idea:

Science & Startups empowers individuals with diverse backgrounds from Berlin and all over the world to transform their innovations into companies that will shape our tomorrow.

For a world that still thrives 100 years from now.

Entrepreneurship offers a unique avenue to make a global impact beyond traditional scientific roles. Embracing a shift from specialization to a more generalist perspective is crucial in driving innovation, with collaboration playing a key part. Science & Startups fosters a dynamic ecosystem for collaboration between students, scientists, and entrepreneurs.   

This ecosystem, facilitated by Berlin’s major universities, provides invaluable resources like research access, mentorship, and funding to support impactful ventures. Ultimately, the shared goal is to drive economic success while addressing global challenges.

Science & Startups Jobs

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Meet our team

Our team is dedicated to fostering innovation and collaboration in Berlin's thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Pepper

Senior Pawtnership Manager

As Senior Pawtnership Manager, Pepper is responsible for team morale, spontaneous check-ins, and well-timed interruptions. The 13-year-old New York native brings unmatched enthusiasm, a nose for good ideas, and the firm belief that every meeting is better with a dog in the room. And treats.

Katharina Heinrich

Startup Consultant & Coach/ Facilitator, Launchpad Manager LatAm

Katha works with early-stage founders to turn ideas into viable business concepts. As Launchpad Manager Latin America and Startup Consultant, she brings experience in business design and innovation to support teams with the right methods, networks, and structure.

Franziska Mönch

Startup Consultant

Franziska brings structure to complex ideas—with an analytical approach, an open mind, and a genuine passion for innovative solutions. Together, she’ll help founders develop a strategy from concept to successful tech startup and position their business within Berlin’s startup ecosystem.

Torsten Marquardt

Project Administrator of BSS

Torsten works as a project administrator for the Berliner Startup Stipendium at Science & Startups. He manages contracts and documentation, ensuring that administrative processes run reliably and startups can focus on building their ventures.

Claudia Dirks

Startup Consultant | Specialized in Healthcare & Prevention

Claudia works at the intersection of healthcare, communication, and innovation. With her background in healthcare journalism, she supports founders in developing solutions that go beyond technolog. There she is focused on what truly improves patient care and system-level impact.

Ole Senkbeil

Startup Consultant

Ole works with startups building sustainable technological innovations. Drawing on experience across startups, SMEs, and corporates, he focuses on improving structures, addressing key challenges, and enabling the right connections to support long-term success.

Ronja Kolls

Social Media Editor & Communications

Ronja leads communications and marketing at Science & Startups. Her work focuses on making research-driven innovation understandable, increasing the visibility of university-based startups, and positioning Science & Startups within Berlin’s deep tech and science entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Julius Weber

Startup Advisor | Specialized in Healthcare & Prevention Startups

Julius supports research-driven startup teams, particularly in healthcare and prevention, in developing viable business models and preparing for launch. He works closely with founders to navigate early-stage challenges and build a strong foundation for their ventures.