We are on a mission to expand supply & demand for macroalgae-based solutions
Our vision
Marine Biologics is a foodtech business building innovations from sustainable macroalgae to meet the demands of the blue economy. Our proprietary data and processing technology eliminates constraints holding back the development of new innovations from sustainably cultivated macroalgae.
Marine Biologics’s market-driven solution envisions (1) a global supplier network of macroalgae farmers serviced locally by (2) containerised biorefinery units that send stabilized extracts to regional processing hubs, where (3) high-value specialty compounds and systems are designed and refined for our customers. Technology innovations across all three product components will play a critical role in supply-chain logistics, operating costs, and compound commercialization.
Monique Ras - de Moncuit
Monique Ras - de Moncuit
Monique has been working in the algae sector for 15 years. After a PhD in wastewater treatment bioprocessing, Monique started working on microalgae biomass for environmental applications in France and Japan (bioenergy, bioremediation) before shifting to R&D project management and coordination for algae based projects at a French national and European level (IDEALG, GENIALG, SPIRALG, EU4Algae). Jointly, Monique has been involved in the European Algae Biomass Association (EABA) for the last 4 years.
Monique lives on the wild North West Coast of France and enjoys life by the ocean with her family, of which 3 energetic little girls and a robust dog.
Simona Augyte
Simona Augyte
Phycologist by training, Dr. Simona Augyte received her PhD from the University of Connecticut where she domesticated a new kelp species for aquaculture. She holds a MSc and BS from Cal Poly Humboldt where she researched marine conservation and biodiversity. Bridging the academic and industry sectors, Simona has overseen R&D projects focused on climate change mitigation, as well as renewable energy and aquaculture development. She has technical expertise in macroalgal breeding, cultivation, genetics, and market development in both cold temperate and tropical coastal regions. In her free time, Simona enjoys practicing hula, hiking with her dogs, playing in the ocean, and spending time with family.
Fanny Lalegerie
Fanny Lalegerie
I am a French phycologist working on the metabolomic composition and the ecophysiology of seaweed. More particularly, I am focusing on the optimisation of the macroalgal biomass in a valorisation perspective. I pay particular attention to the preservation of macroalgal biomass, using sustainable and environmentally-friendly extraction protocols, and taking into consideration the potential impacts of global change. Before to join Marine Biologics, I did a master’s degree in Biotechnological valorisation of marine resources at the University of Western Brittany (France), followed by a PhD intitled « Ecological and metabolomic responses to environmental constraints of brown and red macroalgae from the intertidal zone” at the Laboratory of Environmental Sciences (LEMAR, Brest, France). I also worked at the University of Galway (Ireland) for 3 years, where I carried out cultivation experiments to assess the seasonal effects of increasing temperature on the composition and the productivity of Irish macroalgae, in the context of a macroalgal biorefinery project.
Patrick Griffin
Patrick Griffin
I am a seasoned entrepreneur with a proven track record building technology companies. I’ve scaled two successful businesses from 3 employees to over 300. Most recently, I helped to form and launch Ripple Inc, one of the largest blockchain companies globally. Prior to Ripple, I was the first employee at Jumio, Inc., an Andreessen Horowitz-backed business, selling online identity software solutions. My core business expertise centers around sales, partnerships, acquisitions, operations, and fundraising. I’ve raised over $100M in early stage financing from some of the highest performing VC funds in Silicon Valley. After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania, I started my career at a technology and media investment fund before working in the business development group at Universal Music Group, where I co-designed the first streaming media deals. My next career chapter is dedicated to alleviating the impact of climate change through the proliferation of biomass in global supply chains.
Outside of work, I am probably first and foremost a fanatical surfer, frothing for waves at all times. Otherwise you can find me on two wheels, usually on a road bike.
Ke Wang
Ke Wang
Ke is an MBA graduate from the INSEAD & Wharton program, boasting six years of professional tenure at ADM, a titan in the global Agri-Food landscape. With a Master's degree in Accounting and dual bases in the US and China, Ke spearheads critical functions such as M&A, JV partnerships, and strategic investments within the ingredients sector.
Sally Aaron
Sally Aaron
I have 20 years of experience executing go-to-market initiatives and strategies in ingredient biotech start-ups (Solazyme, Evolva, Sweegen) and established corporations (Cargill). During my career I have launched a wide variety of new-to-the-world products and technologies in oils, nutraceuticals, sweeteners, flavors, fragrances, personal care and protection. My commercial expertise spans marketing, sales, product management; partnerships between start-up ventures and large companies; sustainability, carbon footprint and life cycle assessment; and execution of government funded development projects. I received my MBA from Harvard Business School and BA from University of Virginia.
I live near San Francisco where I love to spend time outdoors and with my family.
Anisha Jagtap
Anisha Jagtap
With over 20 years of experience in food R&D and hospitality, Anisha is inspired to bridge the gap between human emotion and emerging food technology through innovative product design. She dreams big by systems thinking to catalyze change. She ispassionate about the intersection of entrepreneurship, prototype development, and immersive sensory experience to transform the way we eat. Reach out to build together!
Our implantations
Our Roscoff R&D lab
Hosted by the CNRS Roscoff Research Marine Station through the Blue Valley initiative focusing on growth in Marine Resource valorisation.
Marine Biologics Inc. – Project Manager
Marine Biologics is a biomaterials business designing industrial compounds from macroalgae. We are working to build new chemical supply chains to meet the demands of the bioeconomy. Our first product brings together curated compositional data, formulation simulations, and green processing tech to create new macroalgae-based ingredient systems for the food & beverage industry.
Description
Marine Biologics, Inc. is hiring a Project Manager to ensure internal objectives are met by implementing systems and processes to achieve critical company milestones. This cross-functional position will collaborate across all teams within the company to deliver on expected quality, timelines, and cost. By working closely with R&D, Product, and Commercialization team leaders, the Project Manager will act as the liaison between each Marine Biologics location. The ideal candidate will be comfortable functioning in both a scientific/technical environment, as well as external-facing business settings.
Responsibilities
The Project Manager will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Communication between internal and external stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes for assigned projects, keeping teams and tasks on track throughout the project lifecycle.
- Develop, drive and own the stage gate process for cross-functional projects, accounting for: risk mitigation, efficient resource allocation, and effective collaboration across the company.
- Preparation of project plans, status reports, and updates for internal initiatives.
- Hands-on coordination with departments/teams and workstreams as needed.
- Facilitation of general and daily administrative tasks to keep remote operations cohesive and productive.
- Lead weekly team meetings; support the development, coordination, and oversight of quarterly objectives and company milestones.
- Assist leadership team in identifying and implementing best practices for operating high performing, remote teams; be a culture and team-building ambassador for Marine Biologics.
Compensation
Full-time, $80K-$110K/yr depending on experience
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, engineering, business administration, or related field; experience in sustainability/climate solutions preferred.
- At least 2+ years proven track record of project management duties within bioindustrial industries and/or climate tech startups.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g Asana, JIRA, Confluence, Trello etc…) and data-driven insights, including familiarity with various PM methodologies.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills, while having the ability to navigate complex challenges and drive results in a fast-paced environment; solutions-first approach.
- Must be detailed-oriented, yet highly adaptable in ambiguous situations, open to change and speed across projects/product iterations.
- Familiarity with consumer trends, social media, and emerging technologies within the food industry and biomaterials.
- Proactive and motivated, with strong organizational skills; ability to build and maintain relationships.
Location
- Marine Biologics’s Berkeley Innovation Lab
- Onsite at least 3 days per week
Additional information
- Start date: immediately
- French language a plus
About Us
The core Marine Biologics team is composed of industry veterans, based in the US and EU, with deep expertise in phycology, product innovation, and commercialization. The company is privately held and has completed fundraising to kickstart pilot commercialization and complex data integration.
To APPLY, send a CV and cover letter to recruiting@marinebiologics.com
Marine Biologics Inc. – Communications and Marketing Specialist
Marine Biologics is a biomaterials business designing industrial compounds from macroalgae. We are working to build new chemical supply chains to meet the demands of the bioeconomy. Our first product brings together curated compositional data, formulation simulations, and green processing tech to create new macroalgae-based ingredient systems for the food & beverage industry.
Description
Marine Biologics, Inc. is seeking a creative and tech-savvy Communications and Marketing Specialist to join our team. This role will be instrumental in establishing Marine Biologics’s voice, presence and reputation across a range of B2B customer, investor, and climate impact opportunity spaces. You will work closely with the commercial, R&D and product development teams to identify the most important stories to tell and create programs to get our message effectively into our target markets. Your role will be essential to communicating the Marine Biologics’s mission as well as marketing our exceptional solutions for maximum impact and company growth. This position will report to the Chief Commercial Officer and is an exciting early career opportunity to gain experience in B2B marketing in a dynamic, mission-oriented start-up environment.
Responsibilities
Digital Communications
- Identify priority media platforms that support the company’s strategy
- Establish, manage and grow the company's media presence across relevant media platforms
- Create engaging content tailored for different digital, traditional and emerging channels
- Monitor social media and emerging communications trends and adapt approach and execution accordingly
Media Relations
- Draft company communications including press releases; manage distribution of all company communications for maximum impact and effectiveness
- Cultivate relationships with relevant industry journalists, editors, and influencers
- Respond to media inquiries, pitch stories to relevant media, arrange interviews with company spokespersons, and manage proactive media outreach
Content Creation
- Develop compelling written and visual content for various marketing and communications materials
- Collaborate with technical teams to translate complex scientific concepts into accessible content
- Maintain consistent brand messaging, voice, and style across all communications
- Identify and leverage best-in-class content creation and scheduling tools (e.g. Canva, HubSpot, etc plus emerging AI-enabled technologies)
Marketing Support
- Assist in the planning and execution of B2B marketing campaigns
- Track and analyze marketing metrics to inform strategy
- Support the development of marketing collateral for customer meetings, tradeshows and conferences
Compensation
Full-time, $70,000-$90,000/yr depending on experience
Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or other relevant creative or writing field.
- 1–3 years of experience in marketing or communications, ideally in a B2B setting.
- Proficiency in managing social media platforms and using media tools for content creation and analytics.
- Strong writing and editing skills, with an ability to tailor messaging using brand guidelines for diverse audiences.
- Familiarity with press release writing and media relations
- Creativity and enthusiasm for storytelling and brand-building.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment.
- Experience or interest in food innovation, ocean sustainability, or biotech is a plus
Location
- Marine Biologics’s Berkeley Innovation Lab
- Onsite at least 3 days per week
Additional information
- Start date: immediately
- French language a plus
About Us
The core Marine Biologics team is composed of industry veterans, based in the US and EU, with deep expertise in phycology, product innovation, and commercialization. The company is privately held and has completed fundraising to kickstart pilot commercialization and complex data integration.
To APPLY, send a CV and cover letter to recruiting@marinebiologics.com
We are always looking for talented and passionate team members. Please submit an Open Application and let’s talk.