Full-Time

Business Analyst

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MycoWorks

MycoWorks

201-500 employees

Produces sustainable mycelium-based leather alternative

Biotechnology
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$125k - $140kAnnually

+ Equity + Benefits

Mid

Oakland, CA, USA

Category
Project Management
Strategy Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Power BI
Python
R
Java
Perl
C/C++
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS/BEng) from College or University in a technical area of study (Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems) or equivalent technical work experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in configuration and support of LIMS and MES systems.
  • Strong background in biostatistics, including analysis of high-throughput sequencing data systems.
  • Extensive experience in the biotech/pharma industry required.
  • Basic understanding of microbial systems/fermentation processes.
  • Fluency in programming languages such as Perl, Python, Java, R, C, C++.
  • Familiarity with machine learning, information theory and signal processing.
  • Experience in computational genomics and evolutionary biology preferred.
  • General Knowledge of Microsoft Technologies (MS SQL Server, MS .NET, Power BI).
  • Knowledge of integration with 3rd party applications via REST/XML API's end points.
  • Ability to assess, optimize, design and document complex processes and functions.
  • Excellent presentation skills and ability to communicate complex ideas and processes to non-technical audiences.
  • Experience in implementation of software applications across multiple business units.
  • Proven problem solving and analytical thinking and ability to approach problems logically and systematically.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and multi-task efficiently.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
  • Gathers, analyzes, and documents functional requirements to support the design and development of technology and/or process solutions.
  • Work with vendors and operational application owners to implement new initiatives.
  • Analyze, design, document, test, troubleshoot and coordinate new build, upgrades and changes to current solutions.
  • Work on implementing technology solutions effectively and maintaining the implemented systems.
  • Provide system support by answering questions, offering technical support, researching operational issues, and escalating more complex problems to the appropriate support groups.
  • Acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for key systems/processes in subject teams and day-to-day functions.
  • Develops and monitors controls to ensure appropriate availability and data integrity within all software applications.
  • Able to analyze different types of data like liquid fermentation, gene editing, test results and in-process data.
  • Performs project coordination duties, supports development, performs testing, in the coordination of the vendor team to successfully complete specified projects and tasks.
  • Coordinates involvement of personnel from other departments and information technology groups to facilitate successful project implementations.
  • Must have the ability to create test plans, test scripts, conduct user acceptance tests, regression test and performance tests.
  • Work with Application service providers and application vendor support personnel to implement enhancements and support issues to resolution.
  • Ability to bridge between functional and technical information and resources by communicating effectively between business and technical resources and leadership.
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time to our other manufacturing plants and colocation facilities as needed.

MycoWorks produces a leather alternative called Reishi™, made from mycelium, which is a part of fungus. This material is designed to be sustainable and is appealing to fashion brands and designers seeking eco-friendly options. Reishi™ has already been used in luxury products, such as handbags and hats. The company has recently expanded by opening a large facility in South Carolina, which is the first commercial-scale plant for Fine Mycelium™, allowing them to increase production to meet rising demand. MycoWorks stands out from competitors by focusing specifically on mycelium-based materials, which offer both sustainability and performance. The goal of MycoWorks is to capture a significant share of the growing leather goods market by providing a viable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional leather.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$181.9M

Headquarters

Emeryville, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

58%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The opening of a 136,000 square foot facility in South Carolina positions MycoWorks to significantly scale up production and meet growing demand.
  • Collaborations with high-profile brands and designers, such as Cadillac and Deadwood Studios, enhance MycoWorks' visibility and market credibility.
  • The appointment of experienced luxury sector professionals like Ginevra Boralevi to the leadership team strengthens the company's strategic direction and brand positioning.

What critics are saying

  • The high cost of scaling production facilities could strain financial resources and impact profitability.
  • Dependence on luxury markets may limit broader adoption and make the company vulnerable to economic downturns affecting high-end consumer spending.

What makes MycoWorks unique

  • MycoWorks' Reishi™ is derived from mycelium, offering a unique and sustainable alternative to traditional leather, unlike many competitors who use synthetic or animal-based materials.
  • The company has established the world's first commercial-scale Fine Mycelium™ plant, showcasing its commitment to scaling production and meeting market demand.
  • Strategic partnerships with luxury brands like Hermès and Ligne Roset highlight MycoWorks' penetration into high-end markets, setting it apart from other sustainable material startups.

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