Canatu (CANATU, Nasdaq First North, Finland) is a fast-growing deep technology company creating advanced carbon nanotubes (Canatu CNTs), related products, and manufacturing equipment for the semiconductor, automotive, and medical diagnostics industries. Together with pioneering companies, Canatu transforms products with nano carbon for a better tomorrow.

Canatu's versatile platform technology has broad potential applications. Its current core includes CNT membranes for extreme ultraviolet (EUV) processes in the semiconductor industry, enabling the manufacturing of the most advanced chips, as well as film heaters for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) in the automotive industry. Additionally, electrochemical sensors for medical diagnostics are in the development phase. Canatu’s patented CNT reactors and Dry Deposition^TM method yield clean and pristine CNTs. The company operates through two business models: selling CNT products directly, as well as selling CNT reactors and licensing the related technology so that customers can produce CNT products under a limited license.

Headquartered in Finland, Canatu also operates in the US, Japan, and Taiwan. Founded in 2004 as a spin-off from Aalto University’s Nanomaterials Group, Canatu currently has around 140 employees representing over 35 nationalities, with 20 per cent holding or pursuing doctorates. Discover more at www.canatu.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

About the Carbon Age Veturi Initiative:

The Carbon Age Veturi Initiative is a national flagship program accelerating the development and adoption of carbon nanotube (CNT) technologies. At its core, the initiative drives breakthroughs in high performance CNT-based semiconductor components—laying the foundation for next-generation electronics and advanced materials. By uniting leading companies, research institutions, and startups, we are building a world-class ecosystem to transform scientific advances into global business opportunities and industrial impact.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Ecosystem Program Manager to lead and manage our collaborative network within the Carbon Age Veturi Initiative. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in program management, ecosystem development, and stakeholder engagement. This role requires a strategic thinker with the ability to foster partnerships, drive innovation, and manage complex projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ecosystem Development: Build and nurture relationships with partners, including corporations, research institutions, startups, and government agencies, to expand and strengthen the initiative's ecosystem.
• Business Development & Value Proposition: Drive business development by articulating the strategic vision and long-term value of the program to attract and engage ecosystem partners.
• Program Management: Design, implement, and oversee programs that promote collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing among ecosystem partners.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison between internal teams and external partners, ensuring alignment of goals and facilitating effective communication.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategies to achieve the initiative's objectives, including identifying opportunities for growth and innovation within the ecosystem.
• Resource Allocation: Determine which aspects of the program should be managed internally and which should be outsourced to external consultants, ensuring optimal use of resources.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of ecosystem activities and implement improvements as needed.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience (3+ years) in program management, preferably within innovation ecosystems. Previous experience on Veturi programs is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of ecosystem dynamics and the ability to manage complex networks of stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence partners at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with strong business development skills
• Experience working with external consultants and determining the appropriate balance between internal and external resource utilization.
• Education: BSc, BBA, MSc, MBA or PhD
• Fluent in English

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For more information on this position, please contact Salla Oksala at salla.oksala@canatu.com . Please apply latest by Month 22nd of April, 2025.