Vision
The Life Science Factory, supported by Sartorius, is the catalyst for the future of biotechnology startups and is considered an indicator of success for life science startups in Germany and worldwide.
Purpose
We support the emergence of the next generation of companies that are revolutionizing global health, saving lives, and making a lasting positive impact on the environment through innovative medicines, advanced technologies, and preventive solutions.
Facilities
With state-of-the-art laboratories and comprehensive workspaces, the infrastructure of the Life Science Factory enables users to conduct research, work and develop prototypes, thereby realizing groundbreaking innovations in the field of life sciences.
Program
The Life Science Factory supports the startup scene through a diverse range of events, workshops and mentoring programs aimed at strengthening the innovative power of startups and building valuable networks.
get to know us
We are doers, thinkers, and promoters with entrepreneurial spirit. Our team and our network are made up of life science experts and scientists, successful entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators. Our shared motivation is to sustainably build a life science founder community and to foster mutual exchange through our Life Science Factory concept. In every idea, we see the minds behind it, and in every project, we see the energy that goes into it.
»I am thrilled to be able to offer tailor-made support to founders with the Life Science Factory concept, which is unique in Europe. Through my own startup experience, I can understand the obstacles and challenges of the founders and offer targeted support. Together with a strong network and excellent infrastructure, I would like to contribute to further promoting Lower Saxony and Germany as a startup location in the field of life sciences.«
dr. martin strehle
Community & Venture Manager
contact for user request and the community
»I would like to support the Life Science Factory in making Göttingen the central contact point for life science startups in Germany. Our community is already alive with a large number of startups that have the potential to change the world. My greatest motivation is to engage in exchange with the founders and to support them however and wherever I can.«
Max Zinowsky
Community Manager
contact for start-ups and community
Dr. Nils Liebe
Lab Manager Goettingen
contact for lab space and regulatory Goettingen
»For me, the Life Science Factory is a unique concept. With our comprehensive support services, which include state-of-the-art, fully equipped laboratory space, coworking areas and versatile event rooms, as well as tailor-made workshops and mentoring programmes, we offer startups a flexible and powerful platform for their foundation. At the same time, we are strengthening Germany’s position as a biotech location.«
Dr. Margarete Nawrath
Lab Manager Munich
contact for lab space and regulatory Munich
»The Life Science Factory has so much to offer — not only for the community and research, but also for us as employees. I’m thrilled by the constant exchange with new people, ideas, and companies, as well as the exposure to new technologies and methods that ensure our everyday work stays progressing and exciting. It’s a great feeling to be able to offer everyone comprehensive service!«
Konstantin Wiese
Lab Process Manager Munich
contact for lab space and lab equipment Munich
»With the Life Science Factory and the Sartorius Quarter, a very special place has been created in Göttingen. The combination of new and historic buildings and companies offers a unique atmosphere for innovation, inspiration and creativity.
My motivation is to welcome founders in a warm and relaxed community and to accompany them on their way.«
Vanessa Wolkenhauer
Front Desk & Operations Manager
contact for general inquiries & first point of contact
»The Life Science Factory offers a unique environment where innovation and growth go hand in hand. I am grateful to be part of this strong network and to actively contribute to shaping the future. My goal is to support founders by fostering a vibrant community and a welcoming space for developing their ideas. It is important to me that founders feel connected and empowered throughout their journey. Our location in Munich, at the Pioneer Campus on the Helmholtz grounds, creates an inspiring atmosphere that encourages creativity and progress.«
Pia Kleibel
Community & Operations Manager Munich
contact for general inquiries & first point of contact Munich
»I am excited to be part of the innovation we are bringing to the German life science community with our vision. I am always eager to introduce startups to the concepts of additive and conventional manufacturing processes. I enjoy working with teams to get them on the path to their first functional haptic prototype.«
Maximilian Bieker
Prototyping & Operations Manager
contact for maker's factory und prototyping
»We want to make the innovative and holistic Life Science Factory the location of choice for founders, researchers and scientists worldwide. I really enjoy sparking the interest of prospective partners and users, getting them excited about our concept, and exchanging ideas with company founders and supporting them with pertinent information and proposals.«
Svenja Hodel
Communication Manager
contact for communication and press
»As the old saying goes, ‘Paths are made by walking’. We accompany founders on their ground-breaking journeys and act as sparring partners to help them grow. There are a number of closely-linked factors involved in the success of a startup. At the Life Science Factory program, we want to do our part in the process by working with our network and our partners to offer qualification programs and mentoring around life science entrepreneurship.«
Irina Foerster
Venture & Program Manager
contact for partnerships and general enquiries
»For me, the Life Science Factory is not just a place for research and entrepreneurship, but one of the leading startup locations for life science innovations with social relevance. I look forward to working with the team to create an environment in which scientific ideas can be turned into impact-oriented companies.«
Ellen Goel
Managing Director
»Innovation is a continuous motor, and has been running steadily at Sartorius for some 150 years. It is a labor of love for us to turn Göttingen, renowned for its science, into a recognized startup location with the help of the Life Science Factory.«
Dr. Sven Wagner
Managing Director
join our team
Become a part of the Life Science Factory! A highly motivated team awaits, ready to go through thick and thin with you, at an inspiring location in Göttingen. Join us in developing a lighthouse project in the field of life science entrepreneurship in Germany.
initiative application (m/f/d)
We are always searching for personalities who fit in with us and therefore look forward to receiving your initiative application.
Your benefits
- A responsible position with room for co-design, innovation and creativity
- Access to a constantly growing international network of entrepreneurs, founders and experts in the field of life science
- Active participation in the development of a flagship project in the field of life science entrepreneurship in Germany
- A creative and motivated team and a workplace in an inspiring location
Interested and curious? Then we are looking forward to receiving your application documents to the following address career@lifescience-factory.com
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FAQs
In the world of science, it is important to question everything. Science revolves around posing questions and seeking answers. We have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions about the facilities, services and memberships at the Life Science Factory, as well as the entire supporting program of mentoring and coaching. If you still have questions, please feel free to contact us!
general
what does the life science factory offer?
who can use the life science factory? is there a selection procedure?
who is behind the life science factory?
do i have to assign shares in my company to you if i use the services of the life science factory?
i would like to join the life science factory - how can i become part of the team?
wet lab and maker's factory
What is the safety level of the laboratory (S1, S2)?
For which methods is the laboratory equipped?
Can I do animal testing in the lab?
Can I bring my own equipment?
What services are provided by the Life Science Factory?
What belongs to the basic equipment of each bench?
What can I do in the Maker's Factory?
How is the Maker's Factory equipped?
services
how can i access your coaches and mentors?
how can i participate in events put on by the life science factory?
what rental plans does the life science factory offer?
we have not founded a company yet. can we still use your facilities?
where can i get more information about your facilities and memberships?
what is your "open coworking area" like?
what counts as "life science"? can our medtech company sign up with you?
what are the advantages of life science factory memberships?
If you have any questions or would like more details, just drop us a line and we’ll get back to you!
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