Founders Associate: Thermochemical conversion of wastes and biomass into renewable fuels and chemicals

Institute

Lehrstuhl für Energiesysteme (TUM-ED)

Type

Student Job /

Content

theoretical / constructive /  

Description

About Valoron

Valoron is a deep-tech startup spun out of the TU Munich Chair of Energy Systems. We develop a thermochemical process that converts heterogeneous waste streams into renewable fuels and chemicals to directly substitute fossil energy sources, reducing CO₂ emissions by up to 90%, and matching fossil pricing. We won the TUM Academia Day Pitch Competition 2025, were selected as Breakthrough Energy Fellows, and are now joining Munich's leading deep-tech incubator program.

The Role

As Founders Associate, you will be part of our core team and work alongside the founders on our next steps from technology development and fundraising to general operations. You will take on real responsibilities from day one, gaining deep exposure to what it means to build a deep-tech company from early-stage research through to market entry.

Your Responsibilities

• Supporting the founding team in day-to-day operations
• Preparing presentations, pitch decks, and project plans
• Coordinating and tracking investor interactions
• Conducting research on technology and market topics
• Obtaining vendor quotations and supporting procurement
• Scheduling meetings and managing team calendars
• Contributing to technical and IT work depending on your background and interest

What We Offer

• Salary based on the public sector collective agreement for student research assistants (TVöD HiWi tariff) 
• Min. 8 hours per week with more possible
• Early access to the TUM founder ecosystem
• Close collaboration with and direct mentorship from the founding team
• Hands-on exposure to building a deep-tech startup from the ground up
• The chance to work on real-world sustainability and circularity challenges with tangible impact
• Flexible working hours with remote work options
• Location: Garching-Forschungszentrum

Requirements

• Structured, reliable, and self-directed working style
• Strong analytical thinking and a solution-oriented mindset
• Proficiency in MS Office and generative AI tools
• Excellent written and spoken German and English
• Genuine interest in energy, sustainability, or deep tech
• Proactive, highly motivated, and hands-on — you take ownership and get things done

Possible start

sofort

Contact

Vincent Dieterich, M.Sc.
Room: 3725
Phone: 089 289-16263
Vincent.Dieterichtum.de