Commercialization Advisor (Part-Time / Advisory Role)

Location: Cambridge, MA (Hybrid / Remote)
Company: Anthology Bio

Company summary

Anthology is Boston-based, venture-backed genome design company. We engineer fungi through advanced genetics, microfluidics, and AI to biomanufacture functional proteins at 5-10× lower cost compared to extracting these proteins from their natural sources. Our goal is to build a climate-resilient protein supply chain for human and animal health. Backed by leading deep-tech investors, we have partnered with global nutrition and ingredient manufacturers to bring cost-effective proteins to market.

Position summary

We’re seeking a Commercialization Advisor with deep expertise in the animal nutrition sector to help translate Anthology’s fungal biomanufacturing technology into market traction. This advisor will guide go-to-market strategy, pricing, product positioning, and partnership development for functional proteins used in feed, milk replacer, and pet nutrition applications.

This is a strategic advisory role ideal for a senior commercial leader who has successfully launched and scaled nutritional ingredients or bioactive compounds in the animal feed industry.

Responsibilities

• Advise on commercial strategy, market entry, and adoption pathways for fungal-derived functional proteins in livestock and pet nutrition.

• Support techno-economic and pricing models for feed-grade and specialty bioactive protein applications.

• Identify and introduce potential customers and partners, including integrators, premix producers, and global feed manufacturers, and credible distributors.

• Provide input on partnership structures (e.g., joint development, supply, licensing) and value-chain integration.

• Guide regulatory and product registration strategy for animal feed markets (U.S., EU, and Asia).

• Mentor Anthology’s business team on customer discovery, product positioning, and commercial readiness.

Ideal Profile

• 10+ years of leadership in animal nutrition, feed additives, or functional ingredient commercialization.

• Strong network across feed manufacturers, premix companies, and integrator systems.

• Proven track record in scaling novel nutritional or functional ingredient technologies to market.

• Deep understanding of feed economics, COGS dynamics, and value capture for performance-enhancing ingredients.

• Ability to bridge science and market - translating technical innovation into economic and performance outcomes.

• Experience with growth-stage startups or joint-development partnerships preferred.

Compensation

Retainer-based, depending on engagement. Equity.