Chief Strategy Officer

Nordic Science Capital; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordic Science Capital is seeking a Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) to lead the development and execution of the firm's strategy. This full-time, hybrid role located in San Francisco, CA offers the flexibility for part-time work from home. The CSO will be instrumental in aligning strategic priorities and fostering science-based investments.

The ideal candidate possesses strong strategic planning and analytical skills, is experienced in investment or strategy consulting, and holds an advanced degree in a relevant field. Candidates should be capable communicators with a proven track record in executive management.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in strategic and business planning.
• Robust finance and analytical ability for investment evaluations.
• Proven executive management experience leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct industry and market analysis.
• Shape investment theses based on scientific trends.
• Collaborate on business planning for portfolio companies.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Business Planning

Financial Analysis

Executive Management

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a scientific discipline

Job description

Company Description

Nordic Science Capital is a fully private investment company focused on technologies with strong scientific fundamentals that can be scaled, patented, and applied across multiple sectors. The firm primarily invests at the inception to seed stages, partnering closely with scientific and academic founders, often with unconventional backgrounds. Nordic Science Capital concentrates its activities in the Nordics and Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), supporting deep‑tech innovations and research‑driven ventures. The company offers a focused environment for professionals interested in science‑based investing and early‑stage venture building.

Role Description

The Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) is a full‑time, hybrid role based in San Francisco, CA, with flexibility for part‑time work from home. The CSO will lead the development and execution of the firm's overall strategy, including market positioning, portfolio focus, and long‑term growth initiatives.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Conducting industry and market analysis.
• Shaping investment theses around scientific and technology trends.
• Collaborating with investment teams on business planning for current and potential portfolio companies.
• Working closely with executive leadership to align strategic priorities, optimize capital allocation, and refine internal processes to support scalable, science‑driven investments.
• Building strategic partnerships, representing the firm at conferences and industry events, and preparing high‑quality materials for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong Strategic Planning and Business Planning skills, with experience defining and implementing long‑term organizational strategies.
• Robust Finance and Analytical Skills to evaluate investment opportunities, analyze markets, and interpret complex data.
• Demonstrated Executive Management capability, including leading cross‑functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Experience in investment, venture capital, private equity, or strategy consulting, ideally with exposure to deep‑tech or science‑based businesses.
• Advanced degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a scientific discipline is preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing on‑site collaboration in San Francisco, CA with remote work.
• High level of integrity, sound judgment, and a strong interest in science‑driven innovation and early‑stage ventures.