Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)

Chief Strategy Officer

GenScript is seeking a visionary Chief Strategy Officer to shape and lead our global business strategy. This role will be the driving force behind our mid- to long-term growth, working closely with a world-class executive team to expand GenScript's impact across the life sciences and biotech industry.

We're looking for an innovative, strategic leader with a proven track record in driving transformative business strategies in biotech, pharma, or life sciences, leading high-level negotiations in Licensing, M&A, and Partnerships, thriving in a global environment with diverse teams and markets, and most importantly communicating with clarity and influence at the highest levels.

The general estimated salary range is $250,000 - $300,000, based on experience.

Location: Piscataway, NJ OR US based

Key Responsibilities:

• Core Competency Strategy for Business Growth: Lead core competency identification and strategy, translating insights into actions that drive growth, efficiency, and competitive edge.
• Strategic Planning for Sustainable Growth: Shape and deliver mid- to long-term strategies that are both visionary and executable, driving sustainable business success.
• Strategic Investments and Business Expansion: Lead M&A, partnerships, and investments to strengthen core capabilities and accelerate value creation.
• Innovation and New Growth Incubation: Drive cross-functional incubation of new business models to build the company's next growth engine.

Job Requirements:

• Master's/Ph.D. in biomedical sciences or related fields with solid R&D or strategic leadership experience.
• Proven expertise in market intelligence, strategic planning, and high-level negotiations.
• Strong track record in portfolio management and business expansion, preferably with experience in leading multinational life science companies
• Demonstrated global presence and leadership, capable of driving alignment across international teams and markets.
• Exceptional communication and influence skills, with the ability to foster collaboration across departments and geographies.
• Prior CRO/biotech industry experience is highly desirable.