(18 / 10 / 2025) CEO - Prospect Biotech...

This is a unique opportunity to lead a deep-tech, high-impact biotechnology startup from the ground up. As CEO, you will play a foundational role in building the company’s business engine and driving it to market.

You will help shape the company's trajectory, contribute to breakthroughs in personalized medicine and immunotherapy, and become a catalyst for transforming scientific excellence into commercial success.

The position includes the possibility of participating in the company’s equity from its foundation.

Who are we?

CIC nanoGUNE is a leading research center, focused on translating cutting-edge nanoscience into real-world impact. It fosters collaboration between academia and industry to drive innovation and competitiveness.

Prospect Biotech is one of its most promising spin-offs : a biotechnology company developing a new generation of smart microbioreactors that use light and AI to monitor and optimize cell cultures. The first applications target the fast-growing fields of immunotherapy and cell-based drug development. This company will deliver a portfolio of chip-based fluidic devices, next-generation sensors, automated monitoring, and data-driven services designed to enhance therapeutic outcomes and accelerate pharmaceutical innovation. With a strong technological foundation, it is ready to move from lab to market.

Be the driving force behind the next biotech breakthrough!

About the role

Position : Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location : San Sebastián, Spain (preferred)

Start date : October / November 2025

Type : Full-time

Languages : Fluent in Spanish and English

Industry : Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Medical Devices

We are seeking an entrepreneurial Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to Prospect Biotech toco-lead the company alongside the Founding CTO, combining deep scientific insight with strong business execution. The CEO will be responsible for driving business development, fundraising, and the go-to-market strategy. Working in close partnership, the CEO and CTO will shape and execute the overall strategic vision, translating cutting-edge research into a scalable and impactful commercial solution.

Responsibilities

We are looking for exceptional Founder &CEO who will be responsible for :

• Define and lead the company’s vision and long-term strategy in collaboration with the Board and founding CTO.
• Design and execute the go-to-market plan, including customer acquisition and industrial partnerships.
• Define the commercial strategy, including potential device + SaaS business models and international scaling opportunities.
• Lead business development efforts to position Prospect as a key player in the biotech ecosystem.
• Manage operations, financials, and performance metrics to ensure sustainable growth and impact.
• Lead all financial aspects of the company, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, acting as the financial and legal representative of the company.
• Lead fundraising efforts, including public grants (e.g., Horizon Europe, CDTI, EIC Accelerator), equity financing (VCs, angel investors), and strategic partnerships.
• Act as the face of the company to investors, partners, institutions, and the media.
• Navigate regulatory pathways (CE marking, FDA) and oversee implementation of quality standards (ISO 13485, GMP).
• Build, grow, and inspire a world-class multidisciplinary team.

Who are we looking for :

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