Senior Life Sciences Investor & Impact Partner

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Seattle, Northern (WA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 294,000 - 455,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is seeking a Senior Officer in Life Sciences for the Strategic Investment Fund in Seattle. The role focuses on identifying, developing, and managing investments and strategic partnerships to advance global health priorities.

You will work with scientists, lawyers, investors, and entrepreneurs to translate science into sustainable products and companies. The position requires deep life-sciences expertise, investment experience, and a hands-on entrepreneurial

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of life-sciences investing and company-building experience.
  • Advanced scientific training, such as PhD/MD/PharmD or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with private-sector investment structures, diligence, and portfolio management.

Responsibilities

  • Originate and develop high-impact partnerships with biotech, healthcare, investors, and academia.
  • Lead or play a senior role in sourcing, diligences, valuation, and execution of investments.
  • Evaluate emerging science and technology for translational potential and global health impact.
  • Support portfolio governance and risk management across the SIF portfolio.
  • Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to SIF strategy and team development.

Skills

Life-sciences investing
Company building
Strategic judgment
Communication skills
Partnership development

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is seeking a Senior Officer in Life Sciences for the Strategic Investment Fund in Seattle. The role focuses on identifying, developing, and managing investments and strategic partnerships to advance global health priorities.

You will work with scientists, lawyers, investors, and entrepreneurs to translate science into sustainable products and companies. The position requires deep life-sciences expertise, investment experience, and a hands-on entrepreneurial

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