The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative was founded by Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg in 2015 to help solve some of society’s toughest challenges — from eradicating disease and improving education to addressing the needs of our local communities. Our mission is to build a more inclusive, just, and healthy future for everyone.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

• Forward-looking mindset, with the ability to anticipate emerging technologies and translate them into innovative data strategies and products that propel biomedical research forward.
• Experience building and leading a world-class team of data scientists, engineers, and analysts. Ability to identify and mentor top talent in the field, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture that empowers teams to push the boundaries of data science and AI in biomedical research.
• Experience implementing data governance in collaborative research settings
• History of balancing immediate operational needs with strategic vision
• Ability to navigate and unify diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills to promote CZI’s progress and discoveries internally and externally.

DOMAIN KNOWLEDGE

• Deep understanding of scientific assays and domain applications necessary to provide robust partnership and oversight to interdisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of comparative biology and cell type conservation across species
• Familiarity with model organism systems and translational research
• Knowledge of current limitations in biological data generation and analysis

STRATEGIC CAPABILITIES

• Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, demonstrated by successful cross-functional and external stakeholder engagements, including partnerships with academic institutions, industry, and the broader research community.
• Proven track record of delivering high-impact scientific data products to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring research teams can readily access, explore, and leverage data assets.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions under uncertainty while maintaining scientific integrity
• Skill in communicating complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
• Experience navigating build-buy-partner decisions for technical infrastructure

BENEFITS FOR THE WHOLE YOU

We’re thankful to have an incredible team behind our work. To honor their commitment, we offer a wide range of benefits to support the people who make all we do possible.

• CZI provides a generous employer match on employee 401(k) contributions to support planning for the future.
• Annual benefit for employees that can be used most meaningfully for them and their families, such as housing, student loan repayment, childcare, commuter costs, or other life needs.
• CZI Life of Service Gifts are awarded to employees to “live the mission” and support the causes closest to them.
• Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice.
• Funding for select family-forming benefits.
• Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving to the Bay Area
• And more!

If you’re interested in a role but your previous experience doesn’t perfectly align with each qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the perfect fit for this or another role.
Explore our work modes, benefits, and interview process at www.chanzuckerberg.com/careers.

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