Job Description

Executive Director, SeaBridge

The mission of the Allen Institute is to unlock the complexities of bioscience and advance our knowledge to improve human health. Using an open science, multi-scale, team-oriented approach, the Allen Institute focuses on accelerating foundational research, developing standards and models, and cultivating new ideas to make a broad, transformational impact on science.

Join the Seattle Hub for Synthetic Biology (SeaHub), a new initiative at the intersection of academic creativity and start-up style execution. Our mission is to reimagine living cells and genomes as devices for recording biology and diagnostic information over time, as well as for encoding real-time therapeutic decision-making. Take off with us as we imagine — and create — a kind of cellular flight recorder that can also seize the controls. Be part of a small dynamic team on the ground floor of a new program with world-class scientists.

SeaHub is looking for an Executive Director to lead SeaBridge, a new program designed to make Seattle the global epicenter of mammalian genome programming. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the overall program and integrating its two central components: a postdoctoral fellowship program and a translational research center. This position requires competence in business leadership, community-building, and ability to understand the scientific landscape.

At the Allen Institute, we believe that science is for everyone – and should be open to everyone. We are dedicated to combating biases and reducing barriers to STEM careers more broadly. We also believe that science is better when it includes different perspectives and voices. We strive to make the Allen Institute a place where everyone feels like they belong and are empowered to do their best work in a supportive environment.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our open positions.

Essential Functions

• Lead the SeaBridge program, including its postdoctoral fellowship program and translational research center, LaunchPad
• Spin out companies from SeaHub, democratizing SeaHub technologies
• Drive innovation strategy and integration across SeaHub
• Identify and validate new translational opportunities, e.g., by identifying market needs, conducting market research, undertaking feasibility analysis
• Drive innovation tactics at LaunchPad, e.g., by creating timelines and managing projects
• Provide mentorship and strategic guidance to startup founders and leadership teams
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, partners, and collaborators
• Build and foster the entrepreneurial ecosystem with SeaBridge Fellows and with other partners across Seattle
• Lead, build, and drive the management of budgets, financial planning, and reporting to ensure the financial health of LaunchPad
• Provide guidance and assistance to new ventures
• Support fundraising efforts, investor relations, and strategic partnerships to accelerate business growth

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Required Experience and Education

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA)
• A proven entrepreneur, operator, or business leader with a track record of launching, scaling, or exiting successful ventures
• Understanding of business strategy, operations, and financial management
• Deep understanding of start-up ecosystems, venture capital, and business operations
• Demonstrated ability to drive growth and achieve business objectives
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, build teams, and drive execution in fast-paced environments
• Ability to think creatively and strategically to solve complex problems
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Education and Experience

• Ph.D. in biological, chemical, or physical sciences Leadership experience in early-stage start-up companies
• Experience leading pharmaceutical projects or teams
• Experience in academic and corporate fundraising
• Demonstrated leadership in product development

Physical Demands

• Fine motor movements in fingers/hands to operate computers and other office equipment

Work Environment

• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel or reach

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This role is currently working onsite and is expected to work onsite for the majority of the working hours. We are a Washington State employer, and the primary work location for Allen Institute’s SeaHub employees is 700 Dexter Ave N.; any remote work must be performed in Washington State.

Travel

• The successful applicant may be invited to attend occasional national and international conferences

Additional Comments

• **Please note, this opportunity offersrelocation assistance**
• **Please note, this opportunity may offer work visa sponsorship**

Annualized Salary Range

• $236,350 - $341,220 *

* Final salary depends on required education for the role, experience, and level of skills relevant to the role, along with work location, where applicable.

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are eligible to enroll in benefits per eligibility rules outline in the Allen Institute’s Benefits Guide. These benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the Allen Institute’s 401k plan. Paid time off is also available as outlined in the Allen Institutes Benefits Guide. Details on the Allen Institute’s benefits offering are located at the following link to the Benefits Guide: https://alleninstitute.org/careers/benefits.

It is the policy of the Allen Institute to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Allen Institute will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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