Operating Principal

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and operational planning for one or more NewCos within the Summit PBU
• Drive corporate development initiatives, including partnerships, financings, and strategic alliances
• Engage with Board of Directors and key stakeholders to align business goals
• Partner with scientific leadership to translate technical progress into operational execution
• Recruit, develop, and manage high-performing, cross-functional teams
• Collaborate with Flagship central teams (Finance, Talent, Legal/IP, HR) to build company infrastructure
• Execute long-range operating plans to ensure milestones are met on time and within budget
• Build and maintain external relationships with investors, partners, and key opinion leaders

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in biotech, pharma, or life sciences strategy or operations
• Proven leadership in strategic, operational, or corporate development roles, ideally in early-stage biotech
• Strong scientific acumen with the ability to grasp novel science and translate it into actionable plans
• Demonstrated track record of building and motivating high-performing teams
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence investors and internal stakeholders
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-moving environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences or business (PhD, MD, MBA, or equivalent)
• Prior experience in management consulting

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Annual incentive program
• Retirement benefits
• Broad range of other corporate benefits

About the Company

Flagship Pioneering invents and builds platform companies that transform human health, sustainability, and beyond. Since its launch in 2000, Flagship has originated more than 100 companies, addressing urgent global challenges from vaccine development to agricultural resiliency.