Lead, Health Security

World Economic Forum

New York, US
Base: $120,000-140,000 usd annually; bonus/equity:...
8+ years in biotechnology or pandemic preparedness
Experience deploying ai-enabled platforms in life sciences
Facilitating high-impact workshops for senior leaders
This role supports the strategic development of the Pandemic Preparedness Engine (PPX), a global initiative to accelerate vaccine development within 100 days of pathogen identification

Job Summary

  • This role supports the strategic development of the Pandemic Preparedness Engine (PPX), a global initiative to accelerate vaccine development within 100 days of pathogen identification.
  • The successful candidate will convene cross-sector working groups involving governments, industry, academia, and civil society to drive alignment on health security goals.
  • The position is grant-funded with an end date of January 31, 2029, and requires working on-site three days per week in New York.

Matching Summary

This role supports the strategic development of the Pandemic Preparedness Engine (PPX), a global initiative to accelerate vaccine development within 100 days of pathogen identification.

Salary

Base: $120,000-140,000 USD annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years in biotechnology or pandemic preparedness
  • Experience deploying AI-enabled platforms in life sciences
  • Facilitating high-impact workshops for senior leaders
  • Navigating complex matrix organizations and global partnerships

Nice-to-have

  • Agile coordination in rapidly shifting contexts
  • Political astuteness for dynamic environments
  • Strong strategic thinking and communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Advanced degree in public health, life sciences, or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in health security or AI-enabled life sciences
  • Demonstrated experience engaging senior global stakeholders

Work Rights

Not specified

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