Vice President of Strategy and Business Development

Your Impact at Lila Sciences We are on the lookout for an innovative and strategic Vice President / Head of Marketing dedicated to driving commercial growth and fostering strategic partnerships. This pivotal role is designed to enhance our sales pipeline, facilitate revenue generation, and boost partner-driven adoption across key industry sectors. The report…

Scholar Rock is a pioneering biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering transformative therapies for patients with serious diseases that face significant unmet medical needs. As a global frontrunner in the biology of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) superfamily of cell proteins, the company draws its name from the visual similarity of a scholar rock to protein structures. Focused on revolutionizing treatment options, Scholar Rock is advancing a clinical pipeline aimed at improving standards of care for neuromuscular diseases, cardiometabolic disorders, cancer, and other conditions where growth factor-targeted therapies can make a substantial impact. Scholar Rock stands out as the only company to demonstrate clinical proof of concept for a muscle-targeted therapy in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Our commitment to pioneering unique therapeutic strategies is propelled by a proprietary platform that has successfully developed innovative monoclonal antibodies designed to modulate protein growth factors with remarkable selectivity. By leveraging state-of-the-art science in areas historically neglected by conventional therapies, Scholar Rock is dedicated to unlocking new possibilities for patients. Discover more about our approach at ScholarRock.com and follow us on @ScholarRock and on LinkedIn.Position Summary:We are in search of a visionary and highly collaborative Vice President & Global Head of Communications to spearhead our global communications initiatives. This role is pivotal in shaping and executing enterprise-wide, executive, and business communication strategies aimed at enhancing our reputation, engaging stakeholders, and promoting our business and brand to both internal and external audiences.The ideal candidate will possess a bold vision for communications, extensive experience across a diverse spectrum of topics and issues, a proven ability to influence and drive business strategy, and a capacity to navigate complexity and change effectively. This position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and will work closely with the CEO, the entire executive team, and key business leaders to ensure that our communications align with our mission to provide impactful medicine to the communities we serve, positioning us as the next leading commercial biotech company worldwide.

Alkeus Pharmaceuticals, a pioneering biopharmaceutical company in Cambridge, MA, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President of Clinical Operations to lead our clinical strategy and execution. This leadership role will be crucial in advancing our innovative therapies through clinical trials and regulatory pathways.The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in clinical operations, with demonstrated success in managing complex clinical programs and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive clinical development strategies, oversee operational execution, and maintain high-quality standards throughout our clinical trials.

About Us At Flagship Pioneering, we are a pioneering biotechnology firm that cultivates innovative platform companies to revolutionize the world. By uniting exceptional scientific talent with entrepreneurial visionaries and providing essential capital, we empower these teams to make bold advancements in human health and sustainability. Our mission encompasses significant areas such as cancer detection and treatment, as well as the development of nature-positive agricultural practices. What distinguishes Flagship is our unprecedented approach to advancing biotechnology, merging life science innovation, business creation, and capital investment in a cohesive environment. Our scientific founders, business leaders, and capital managers collaborate through a structured process designed to drive innovation for the betterment of humanity and the planet. Flagship has successfully addressed some of the most pressing global challenges, including widespread COVID-19 vaccination, solutions for chronic diseases, enhancing health outcomes, preventing illness, and fostering sustainable agricultural systems. We have received notable recognition, being featured twice on FORTUNE’s “Change the World” list and Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Position Overview:The Vice President of Finance at Flagship Labs will act as a strategic financial advisor for a collection of early-stage platform companies (from pre-Series A to Series B). This role involves guiding company leadership on financial strategies while managing daily financial operations, including month-end closures, cash management, budgeting, and forecasting.

As the Vice President of Finance at Flagship Pioneering, Inc., you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy of our innovative biotech company. You will lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting processes, ensuring alignment with our long-term business objectives. Your expertise will guide investment decisions, optimize resource allocation, and enhance financial performance across our portfolio of companies.

Role overview Lila Sciences is growing its AI Science Factories and seeks a Vice President of Engineering to join the team in Cambridge, MA. This executive will design and uphold the engineering structure for a unified, scalable platform that supports autonomous experimentation. The VP will report to the Chief Autonomous Science Officer and work as part of the senior leadership team, collaborating closely with leaders in Robotics, Software, Operations, and Science. Key responsibilities Define the engineering roadmap for ASP Engineering, setting objectives, platform priorities, and risk management strategies in partnership with Robotics, Software, Science, and Product teams. Develop and sustain a cohesive platform architecture that covers hardware, automation, and systems engineering, aiming to minimize custom designs and enable repeatable deployments. Oversee system-level architecture, interfaces, and requirements to ensure smooth integration across all engineering domains. Create and uphold processes for lifecycle management, design controls, safety compliance, change management, and autonomous laboratory deployment to support rapid scaling while maintaining system integrity. Implement a repeatable model for deploying global AI Science Factory sites, focusing on consistent performance and reliability. Foster a culture of mentorship that advances both the engineering roadmap and the professional development of engineering staff. Work alongside Robotics and Software teams to design, industrialize, and scale autonomous laboratories, with attention to reliability, throughput, and quality. Integrate AI into engineering processes to enhance speed, quality, decision-making, and continuous improvement. What Lila Sciences is looking for Deep technical experience in laboratory automation, especially within materials science, chemistry, or life sciences. Demonstrated skill in building, leading, and mentoring multi-disciplinary engineering teams. History of balancing immediate project delivery with long-term platform development. Experience driving engineering innovation that closely connects AI with laboratory science. Impact This role is key to scaling Lila’s AI Science Factories and advancing autonomous experimentation on a global scale. The Vice President of Engineering will lead efforts that strengthen scientific intelligence and help define the future of laboratory science through technology and leadership.

Amylyx Pharmaceuticals is on a bold mission to revolutionize the treatment of diseases with significant unmet needs. Where others see obstacles, we identify opportunities, approaching them with urgency, rigorous scientific inquiry, and an unwavering dedication to the communities we serve. As a clinical-stage organization, we are currently focused on conditions such as post-bariatric hypoglycemia (PBH), Wolfram syndrome, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).Our commitment is fueled by our dynamic team. Our core values—be audacious, be curious, be authentic, be engaged, and be accountable—foster a culture of compassion and action. We have assembled a knowledgeable team poised to make an impact because the communities we support cannot afford delays. If you share our enthusiasm and are driven to tackle some of medicine’s most challenging issues, we invite you to explore this opportunity and apply.The Vice President of Clinical Pharmacology will lead and support the clinical pharmacology team, overseeing the strategic direction for evaluating the pharmacokinetic (PK), pharmacodynamic (PD), and immunogenicity characteristics of all drug candidates in development, extending through commercialization when applicable. As the clinical pharmacology authority within the organization, you will leverage your matrixed leadership and team development skills to guide, mentor, and educate cross-functional teams. Additionally, you will have the chance to engage in diligence assessments. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President and Head of Clinical Development, you will maintain a high profile within the leadership team, including interactions with the Chief Medical Officer. Your ability to synthesize both internal and external data will be crucial in formulating the clinical pharmacology strategy.

As the Vice President of Digital Engagement at Harvard University, you will lead innovative initiatives that enhance our digital presence and foster deeper relationships with our community. You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive digital strategy that aligns with our institutional goals and engages diverse audiences through various platforms.

About Pioneering Intelligence Pioneering Intelligence builds on Flagship Pioneering's rich heritage of launching innovative scientific and computational ventures. By leveraging cutting-edge advancements in AI, machine learning, and data analytics, we expedite fundamental research and cultivate a portfolio of AI-centric companies. Integrating science, entrepreneurship, and investment, Flagship transforms groundbreaking concepts into transformative businesses, enhancing AI advancements across human health, sustainability, and beyond. The Role We are on the lookout for a Vice President of Engineering to spearhead our digital and AI-driven initiatives, propelling the growth of our companies. This pivotal position involves leading a dynamic team of Principal Software Engineers, each of whom acts as the technical authority in their respective product domains. This is not your typical engineering leadership role. Instead of managing a hierarchical structure, you will cultivate and empower a team of senior individual contributors who serve as technical leads at the highest tier. Each engineer is responsible for end-to-end technical decisions, engaging directly with scientific users, and delivering hands-on contributions. Your focus will be on creating an environment where exceptional engineers thrive, removing barriers, elevating performance standards, and translating technical strategies into actionable organizational goals. You will remain actively involved in technical aspects, contributing to architectural decisions and reviewing complex system designs. Expect to dedicate approximately 25% of your time to hands-on technical work, with the remainder focused on strategy, team development, aligning with product leadership, and representing engineering functions to senior stakeholders. Your leadership will drive the conditions necessary for rapid, high-quality project delivery across our portfolio. The team structure is designed to be adaptable. Principal Engineers may shift between independent technical contributions and formal coordination of project resources as needs evolve, including managing embedded software engineering contractors. You will be responsible for balancing resources across various teams and projects in close alignment with product and strategy leaders, ensuring optimal personnel allocation. Collaboration with product and strategy leads is essential, and you will work alongside peers who expect the same level of rigor and accountability from you as you do from them.

Harvard University is seeking an innovative and strategic leader to serve as the Associate Vice President for University Development and Advancement Solutions. This pivotal role involves overseeing the development and implementation of innovative fundraising strategies that enhance the university's capacity to achieve its goals. The ideal candidate will lead a talented team, collaborate with various stakeholders, and leverage data-driven insights to maximize fundraising efforts.

ABOUT PIONEERING INTELLIGENCE Pioneering Intelligence is at the forefront of innovation, advancing the legacy of Flagship Pioneering by establishing groundbreaking scientific and computational ventures. We leverage the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics to propel fundamental research forward, thereby creating a diverse portfolio of AI-driven companies. Our integrated approach to science, entrepreneurship, and capital enables us to transform visionary ideas into impactful enterprises, enhancing AI advancements across various sectors, including human health and sustainability. Position Summary We are seeking a dynamic Vice President of AI Data Platform to spearhead the strategic direction and development of our AI-native data technologies. This innovative platform harnesses the extensive data from our portfolio companies in collaboration with our AI scientists to deliver unique AI models and tools that benefit our portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with scientific, technical, business, and legal teams to facilitate new AI capabilities while ensuring robust controls, trust, and compliance.

ABOUT PIONEERING INTELLIGENCE Pioneering Intelligence leverages Flagship Pioneering’s history of launching innovative scientific and computational ventures, using the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and data analytics to propel fundamental research and establish a suite of AI-first companies. As part of Flagship’s holistic approach to science, entrepreneurship, and funding, we transform groundbreaking concepts into transformative companies, enhancing AI advancements across the fields of human health, sustainability, and more. THE ROLE The Pioneering Intelligence team at Flagship Pioneering is dedicated to creating the digital and AI infrastructure that accelerates the development and expansion of our companies. We are in search of a Senior Vice President (SVP) – AI & Digital Platform to drive AI tooling throughout our organization, oversee our AI-centric data platform, maintain and enhance the digital framework of our early-stage companies, and lead an exceptional technology team through support, empowerment, and accountability. This senior leadership position within the Pioneering Intelligence Initiative provides a unique opportunity to influence the strategy, execution, and impact of AI across Flagship’s extensive ecosystem. As the SVP – AI & Digital Platform, your responsibilities will include defining and implementing the vision for how AI and digital technologies empower Flagship and its portfolio companies. You will guide and deliver the platforms, tools, and infrastructure that facilitate AI-driven operations and empower scientific and business teams. This role blends strategic leadership with substantial technical expertise, requiring you to navigate ambiguous environments, shape long-term strategies, and cultivate sustainable organizational capabilities.

Mirai Bio, based in Cambridge, MA and supported by Flagship Pioneering, develops information molecule therapeutics to address diseases that have resisted traditional treatments. The company brings together nanoparticle technology and advanced informatics to create new therapies and accelerate scientific experimentation. Role overview The Vice President of Scientific Strategy & Research Enablement will play a central role in expanding Mirai Bio’s research capabilities. Reporting to the SVP/Head of Platform and working as part of the extended Executive Leadership team, this individual contributor position focuses on building the foundation, partnerships, and systems that enable scientists to concentrate on discovery and innovation. The role has significant influence over how scientific strategy is connected to execution and platform growth. Key responsibilities Design and implement systems, workflows, and collaborations to support scientific teams Create operational frameworks that move research efficiently from invention to discovery Establish infrastructure and partnerships to enhance research productivity and data quality Translate platform capabilities into impactful programs Requirements Strong understanding of modern research environments and scientific operations Background in building scalable systems that improve scientific output Skill in connecting strategic planning with practical execution Collaborative approach that helps scientists focus on innovation This position offers the opportunity to shape research strategy and operations at a growing biotech company, with room for professional growth as part of the leadership team.

Scholar Rock is a pioneering biopharmaceutical organization at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to the development and commercialization of apitegromab aimed at treating children and adults affected by spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and other rare, debilitating neuromuscular disorders. As a global leader in myostatin biology—a field concentrating on proteins that influence muscle growth—Scholar Rock derives its name from the visual likeness of a scholar rock to protein structures. Our relentless pursuit of groundbreaking treatment methodologies is facilitated by our proprietary platform, which has successfully engineered novel monoclonal antibodies to selectively modulate protein growth factors. Every day, we strive to create new possibilities for patients through our avant-garde anti-myostatin program and explore avenues in additional rare neuromuscular diseases. Discover more at ScholarRock.com and connect with us on @ScholarRock on X and on LinkedIn. Position Overview:We are actively seeking a seasoned biopharmaceutical attorney with extensive experience in launching products for rare diseases to join our team as the Vice President, Commercial Legal Counsel. This pivotal role will report directly to the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary and will serve as a vital partner to our U.S. commercial and medical affairs teams, offering strategic legal counsel on Scholar Rock’s planned commercialization initiatives.

Your Role at Lila SciencesLila Sciences is seeking a dynamic Vice President and Associate General Counsel for Product, who will specialize in crafting legal strategies for AI models, autonomous products, and innovative lab environments. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the key legal advisor to product and engineering teams as they develop cutting-edge technologies and services supported by AI models, agents, and autonomous laboratories. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring our technology and operations adhere to legal and regulatory standards while empowering Lila to innovate swiftly and responsibly. This role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities including model development, data governance, robotics, and global compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesOffer legal insights on product development involving AI models and complex data assets throughout their lifecycle, from conceptualization to market launch.Advise on data acquisition strategies, rights management, licensing, and compliance with intellectual property and data protection regulations.Establish and maintain risk governance frameworks to support safety reviews, prevent misuse, and implement remedial actions as necessary.Facilitate cross-functional evaluations involving product, research, engineering, and operations teams to assess legal and compliance risks associated with significant projects.Stay informed on emerging legal standards, regulatory guidelines, and best practices pertaining to AI, data privacy, and related technical areas to advise leadership effectively.Support the alignment of legal and compliance strategies for systems integrating AI with autonomous lab workflows.Provide counsel on legal and regulatory implications for autonomous robotics systems in laboratory settings, with a focus on safety compliance and equipment standards.

Location: Cambridge, MA, USA About Flagship Pioneering Flagship Pioneering builds and funds breakthrough companies in life sciences. The team brings together scientists, entrepreneurs, and capital to drive advances in human health, sustainability, and related fields. Flagship’s approach combines scientific innovation, company creation, and investment under one roof. This structure has enabled the launch of companies that have, for example, contributed to global COVID-19 vaccination, developed new treatments for persistent diseases, and improved food security through agricultural innovation. Flagship’s impact has been recognized by FORTUNE’s “Change the World” list and Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies.” Role Overview Flagship Pioneering seeks an experienced Vice President or Senior Vice President of Total Rewards & People Operations. This executive will lead the design, management, and ongoing development of total rewards programs and people operations across Flagship and its portfolio companies. Key areas of responsibility include: Compensation strategy and program design Executive compensation and private-company equity Benefits administration People operations infrastructure People analytics for Flagship and associated companies This leader will oversee a skilled team covering Compensation, Benefits, and related functions. What We’re Looking For Deep expertise in compensation strategy and private-company equity Strong executive presence and sound judgment Ability to translate business goals into scalable people programs Experience working in complex, highly matrixed organizations Comfort operating in a fast-moving environment This role is central to shaping people programs that support growth, innovation, and effectiveness across Flagship’s ecosystem.

Role overview Harvard University is seeking an experienced Head Team Physician to guide medical care for its athletics program. This leadership role centers on supporting the health and performance of student-athletes through direct collaboration with coaches and healthcare staff. What you will do Supervise medical care for all athletic teams and student-athletes Coordinate with coaching staff to manage care and prevent injuries Work alongside athletic trainers and medical professionals to provide well-rounded healthcare Advance health, safety, and performance for student-athletes Location This position is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Join Isomorphic Labs as the Head of Chemistry in Drug Design, where you will be at the forefront of innovative drug discovery. You will lead a talented team of chemists, collaborating with interdisciplinary groups to design and optimize drug candidates. Your expertise will guide the development of cutting-edge pharmaceutical solutions that have the potential to transform patient outcomes.

Role Overview Flagship Pioneering, Inc. is on the lookout for a visionary Senior/Executive Director to serve as the Head of Biology. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the biological strategy and target validation within our causality-driven discovery platform. Your expertise will be essential in converting human genetic data—such as GWAS, rare variants, Mendelian randomization, and functional genomics—into robust biological validations that are pertinent to disease, while also shaping preclinical programs across a range of therapeutic areas. The ideal candidate will possess extensive target validation experience across various therapeutic modalities, with a strong emphasis on neurodegenerative diseases (including Parkinson’s disease), genomic perturbation tools, and the capability to make significant contributions to cardiovascular and immune-mediated biology. You will be responsible for building and mentoring an exceptional biology team, establishing high standards for scientific rigor and decision-making quality, and collaborating closely with data science, chemistry, and platform operations to progress targets to development readiness.