Ecosystem Coordinator Germany

Organisation/Company IMEC Research Field Engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Recognised Researcher (R2) Established Researcher (R3) Leading Researcher (R4) Other Profession Positions Master Positions Final date to receive applications 24 Mar 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels) Country Belgium Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

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We are looking for an Ecosystem Coordinator for imec Germany, to support ecosystem development and strategic partner & client engagements regionally, as well as internationally.

Imec Heilbronn is a new regional hub pioneering open chiplet architectures that will power the next generation of automotive innovation and AI‑driven systems. Situated at the heart of the Innovation Park Artificial Intelligence (IPAI), imec Germany brings together world‑class semiconductor expertise and a vibrant ecosystem of AI innovation. This unique combination positions the site as a catalyst for technological breakthroughs that will shape the next generation of mobility and intelligent systems.

The Advanced Chip Design Accelerator (ACDA) is the core of our mission in Heilbronn—establishing a state‑of‑the‑art competence center dedicated to advanced chiplet design, system integration, and cutting‑edge methodologies. ACDA provides the expertise and tools needed to bridge the gap between early‑stage research and industrial adoption, enabling faster, safer, and more scalable deployment of chiplet‑based technologies in the automotive domain. Building on the foundation of imec’s Automotive Chiplet Program (ACP), ACDA extends this work into a regional accelerator that translates imec’s research leadership into practical, industry‑ready solutions.

By combining advanced design capabilities with deep local collaboration, ACDA empowers both regional and global automotive players to derisk development, accelerate innovation cycles, and industrialize next‑generation chiplet platforms with confidence.

Be part of the team from the very beginning, joining us as Ecosystem Coordinator.

What you will do

Within the imec organization, the team at imec Germany is aiming to drive innovative semiconductor R&D capabilities across various business sectors and bridge between cutting‑edge research and industrialization. Additionally, we foster relationships within the deep tech start-up and scale-up EU community. Your role will be to help build and maintain strong connections, identify collaboration opportunities, and represent imec as an active contributor to the regional deep‑tech and mobility ecosystem.

Being part of this team and to succeed in this role, you will:

• Drive Business
  
  Activities:
  • Help translate imec’s chiplet roadmaps into clear insights for partners across sectors such as Automotive, Compute & Systems, AI & Robotics, Industry & Consumer as well as ASIC services.
  • Support engagement with companies ranging from multinationals to deep‑tech startups to explore collaboration opportunities.
  • Represent imec at industry and academic events, conferences, and innovation forums to promote our technological leadership and build new relationships.
• Support Opportunity Validation & Partnership Agreements:
  • Lead workshops with potential partners to help understand their needs and how imec can support them.
  • Guide partners through imec’s engagement lifecycle, collaborating with internal stakeholders (R&D, Program Management, IP, Legal) to ensure successful partnership/project scoping and execution.
  • Contribute to the preparation of materials for business discussions and support senior colleagues during partnership negotiations.
• Build Client Intimacy & Ecosystem Growth:
  • Cultivate long‑term relationships with key clients and ecosystem partners.
  • Conduct market and ecosystem research to identify emerging opportunities or promising actors.
  • Support the setup of governance structures for partnerships and programs.
• Master’s degree in engineering, business, ecosystem management, or a related field with strong business acumen and a passion…