Director, Ecosystem Strategy & Initiatives

Job overview

The Director, Ecosystem Strategy & Initiatives role is hybrid in Seattle, WA, with office work generally Monday through Thursday and Friday designated as a remote workday; arrangements may differ by role and are subject to change. The salary range is $272,000 to $369,000 per year. The Fund for Science and Technology advances bioscience, environmental solutions, and AI for the benefit of Earth and humanity. Reporting to the Chief Programs Officer, the director leads design and project management for a leadership cohort across the Fund for Science and Technology, Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence, Allen Institute, and other organizations in the Paul G. Allen scientific ecosystem. The role strengthens cross-organizational strategy and collaboration by facilitating executive discussions, coordinating initiatives, and ensuring decisions and commitments receive disciplined follow-through.

What you'll do

• Manage the leadership cohort's operating rhythm, calendar, meetings, and working sessions
• partner with senior leaders to shape priorities and agendas
• prepare briefing materials and decision memos
• facilitate discussions and document decisions and actions
• coordinate communication and collaboration across organizations
• research scientific, technological, philanthropic, and partnership landscapes
• support cross-functional initiatives
• track commitments, milestones, risks, and progress
• maintain records and improve the Council's operating practices.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director, ecosystem strategy & initiatives

seattle wa

fund for science and technology

hybrid

scientific program strategy

executive facilitation

stakeholder engagement

cross-organizational initiatives

portfolio management

bioscience

artificial intelligence

$272k-$369k annually

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Foundation-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• retirement savings plan with a 15% employer contribution each year, subject to IRS limits and a vesting schedule.

Why this role

Hybrid schedule generally has office work Monday through Thursday and remote work Friday, subject to role and organizational changes. Advanced scientific or technical training or substantial experience is required; a PhD, MD, or other advanced degree and 10+ years of relevant experience are preferred. Benefits include a 15% employer retirement contribution, subject to IRS limits and vesting.

About the employer

Fund for Science and Technology is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Grantmaking and Giving Services. Sector: 81.