Director, Portfolio Strategy - Global Initiatives

Flagship Pioneering

Cambridge, United States
Base: $204,000 - $280,500; bonus/equity: annual in...
On-site
Shape portfolio strategy
Build and advance r&d programs
Develop investment cases
This is a high-impact role at the intersection of science, strategy, and business, focused on shaping and advancing a differentiated BioMedicines R&D portfolio from early discovery through clinical development and commercialization readiness

Job Summary

  • This is a high-impact role at the intersection of science, strategy, and business, focused on shaping and advancing a differentiated BioMedicines R&D portfolio from early discovery through clinical development and commercialization readiness.
  • The role partners closely with senior BioMedicines and Flagship Pioneering leadership to define portfolio direction, build new R&D programs, and drive high-stakes investment and prioritization decisions.
  • Success in this role requires a roll-up-your-sleeves mindset—owning analyses, building materials, structuring decisions, and moving work forward in a fast-paced, ambiguity-rich environment.

Matching Summary

This is a high-impact role at the intersection of science, strategy, and business, focused on shaping and advancing a differentiated BioMedicines R&D portfolio from early discovery through clinical development and commercialization readiness.

Salary

Base: $204,000 - $280,500; Bonus/Equity: annual incentive program; Benefits: healthcare coverage, retirement benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Shape portfolio strategy
  • Build and advance R&D programs
  • Develop investment cases
  • Lead portfolio reviews
  • Evaluate internal and external opportunities
  • Translate complex information to executives

Nice-to-have

  • Roll-up-your-sleeves mindset
  • Operate with senior leaders
  • Thrive at boundary of science and problem-solving
  • Experience within Flagship ecosystem

Key Requirements

  • PhD or MD in Life Sciences
  • 5+ years of experience
  • Management consulting experience
  • Biotech venture creation or investing experience
  • Biopharma portfolio strategy experience
  • Strong understanding of biopharma R&D
  • Experience across multiple drug development stages
  • Demonstrated experience with portfolio construction
  • Exceptional ability to synthesize complex data
  • Proven ability to influence senior leaders

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