People and Talent Manager

Molecule is at the heart of the Decentralized Science (DeSci) movement where biotech and blockchain meet to democratize scientific research, earning recognition and support from key figures in the web3 world, including Vitalik Buterin, Balaji, and Juan Benet. We’re known for creating VitaDAO, the first and largest biotech DAO with more than $4m in funding deployed, bio.xyz, a vital hub supporting and building biotech DAOs, the IP-NFT, a protocol bringing rights to IP and R&D data on-chain, and IPTs, ERC-20 tokens minted from IP-NFTs to allow token holders to construct and cultivate valuable IP. We’ve also recently launched launchpad, a platform to launch, discover, and fund the best projects in DeSci.

Over the past 24 months, we have raised $20+ million to build the future of decentralized biotech. Join us and contribute to a future where scientific discovery is driven by web3.

We’re looking for a Senior People & Talent Manager to own and scale our people operations and talent acquisition for our team of currently 24 amazing humans. You’ll be the steward of our culture, a strategic partner to leadership, and the operator who ensures our team runs smoothly as we grow.

What You’ll Do

People Operations

• Manage and optimize all people processes end-to-end, we currently use a mix of direct employee management in Germany and Switzerland and DEEL as a HRIS.

• Ensure compliance with employment law and support in navigating cross-border employment challenges.

• Design, implement, and iterate policies, employee handbooks, and workflows to keep us agile yet compliant.

• Champion our team culture—organizing offsites, team-building initiatives, and feedback cycles.

• Track and report on key people metrics, proactively addressing retention, engagement, and growth.

Talent Acquisition

• Own our full recruitment cycle via Ashby, from role scoping to onboarding.

• Partner with hiring managers to define role profiles, scorecards, and hiring plans.

• Source and engage top talent in Web3 and/or biotech, maintaining a high-touch candidate experience.

• Run efficient, inclusive interview processes and continuously refine our hiring practices.

• Be able to manage an average pipeline of three open positions. Beyond you should start to scale your team.

Who You Are

• 5+ years in HR, People Ops, or Talent roles, ideally in a fast-scaling startup.

• Deep familiarity with Ashby, DEEL or similar HRIS and ATS tools.

• Comfortable balancing operational excellence with strategic thinking.

• Experience working in Web3, biotech, or other complex, regulated sectors.

• Good understanding of German labor law and cross-border employment.

• Empathetic communicator who can navigate sensitive situations with discretion.

• Berlin-based; fluent in English (German a plus).

Why Join Us?

At Molecule, you’ll be part of an innovative, mission-driven startup that’s disrupting the world of decentralized science. If you’re passionate about pushing boundaries and creating real-world impact, this is your opportunity to shape the future of research and innovation.

Here, you’ll work alongside a skilled, fast-paced team that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and bold ideas. You’ll be challenged, inspired, and empowered to bring your best work every day.

• HODL: You’re not just taking a job — you’re joining a movement. Every project you contribute to directly impacts the future of science and technology.

• WAGMI: We reward most full time positions with token equity and give you the opportunity to co-author future DeSci standards.

• Alpha: In our young, fast growing team, your voice matters. You’ll have the chance to shape not only your future but also the future of science research and innovation.

If you’re ready to take on big challenges, work with brilliant minds, and create something that matters, LFG – Molecule is the right place for you!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equality and weaving a community that values diverse perspectives and experiences and are actively seeking a diverse pool of applicants. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.