Job Description
Chief Scientific Officer (CSO)
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Company Type: Early-stage Biotech | Focus: Genetic & Rare Diseases
About the Company:
Our client is a pioneering biotechnology company advancing transformative therapies for patients living with serious genetic and rare diseases. Backed by strong investors and a passionate leadership team, the company is translating cutting-edge science into life-changing treatments. With a robust pipeline of preclinical and early clinical programs, they are poised for rapid growth and seeking a visionary Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) to guide the scientific and strategic direction of the business.
Role Overview:
The CSO will be the scientific leader of the company—responsible for shaping and executing the R&D strategy, driving discovery and translational programs, and building a high-performing scientific organization. This individual will work closely with the CEO, Board, and cross-functional leaders to advance novel therapies from concept through development, while ensuring scientific excellence and innovation remain at the heart of the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and lead the scientific vision and R&D strategy across genetic and rare disease programs.
- Oversee discovery, translational research, and preclinical development activities.
- Provide strategic input into clinical development planning and regulatory interactions.
- Build, mentor, and inspire a world-class scientific team with a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and excellence.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, partnerships, and in-licensing opportunities to strengthen the pipeline.
- Represent the company’s science externally — with investors, partners, and the broader scientific community.
- Partner closely with the CEO and executive team to guide strategic decision-making and corporate growth.
Qualifications & Experience:
- PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related discipline.
- 15+ years’ experience in biotech or pharma, with a strong track record of leading discovery and early development programs in genetic or rare diseases.
- Proven ability to translate scientific innovation into therapeutic programs and move assets through IND-enabling and early clinical stages.
- Demonstrated leadership in building and scaling R&D organizations.
- Strong understanding of gene therapy, RNA-based therapeutics, or precision medicine approaches.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills.
What’s on Offer:
- Opportunity to shape the direction of a cutting-edge biotech at an inflection point of growth.
- Collaborative and mission-driven culture focused on transforming patient outcomes.
- Competitive executive compensation and equity participation.
Please apply directly here or contact me on the following details if you have any questions:
joel.isaac@vividresourcing.com
+1 (980) 222 2267