What we do
At Vara, we believe better breast cancer detection should be a standard offering for every woman, everywhere.
We are a European medical AI company building the infrastructure for the future of breast cancer screening, working in close collaboration with radiologists to make screening more effective and accessible.
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Berlin on the AI Campus, Vara has grown into the market leader in Germany, now covering 50% of the entire market. We have published the world’s largest clinical trial in healthcare AI (PRAIM, published in Nature Medicine) with 463,094 women. In the study, we have demonstrated a 17.6% increase in cancer detection rate and a workload reduction by 56%.
Right now, Vara is growing globally through partners in 13 countries. We are backed by long-term oriented investors. Behind our technology is an international team of entrepreneurs, engineers and healthcare experts – all working toward one shared goal: transforming the early detection of cancer.
Your role
We are looking for a Chief of Staff who is part of the leadership team, represents the company in board meetings and directly reports to the founders.
The Chief of Staff is at the heart of building Vara’s new phase – growing globally through direct and indirect sales channels, and rebuilding processes with AI.
This is a high-trust role for someone who wants a front-row seat to how a pioneering deep tech company in healthcare grows from an early-stage startup into a mature, global organization. You’ll move between strategy and execution with full transparency into the company’s objectives, board priorities, strategic opportunities and operational health.
The role can emerge into a C-level role, or prepare you for your own future as a startup founder.
What you'll do
Your profile
We believe much of these foundations are typically learned in management consulting, venture capital or similarly demanding but structured environments, followed by exposure to the chaotic world of early-stage startups (either as early employee or founder experience).
Most probably our ideal candidate has a technical or scientific degree or studied at a leading business school.
Important: This is a senior leadership role for people that are ready to take the next step from e.g. Founder Associate or Business Development roles in Seed- or Series A-startups. We expect multiple years of experience.
Why this role matters
Vara is at the inflection point where the company stops being a product and starts being a business. The decisions made in the next 18 months - how we sell, how we hire, how we scale a regulated AI product into European screening - will define what Vara becomes. The Chief of Staff is the operator who sits next to those decisions every day. In 18 to 24 months you will be one of the most prepared people in Europe to either start your own company or take a real operating role at the next stage of Vara.
What we offer
Flexible Work & Team Spirit
Whether from home or at our Berlin office, you’re free to shape your workday in the way that suits you best. We believe the best ideas come from collaboration, which is why we actively foster team spirit through regular get-togethers, offsites, and team events.
Work at the Merantix AI Campus
Join us at the Merantix AI Campus – the heart of Berlin’s AI scene. Connect with inspiring people, innovative startups, and be part of a community that thrives on creativity and knowledge-sharing.
Fair & Competitive Compensation
We regularly benchmark salaries within the tech and healthcare sectors to ensure that your work is recognized and fairly rewarded.
A Range of Benefits That Fit Your Life
Enjoy monthly perks tailored to your needs – from Urban Sports Club subsidies to over 100 discounts across health, fitness, retail, and travel. Choose the benefits that support and motivate you the most.
Your Growth, Our Priority
Your personal and professional development matters to us. You’ll work on exciting projects and have regular development talks with your leads to help shape your career path and reach your goals.
About us
We stand for an open, diverse working environment and are actively committed to equal opportunities. We welcome all applications, regardless of ethnic origin, skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, nationality, marital status, disability or gender identity.
We especially encourage people from groups that are underrepresented in the tech industry to apply.
We are also happy to support you throughout the immigration and visa application process.
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