The ideal candidate is a strategist and an operator: someone who can read a technical memo, pressure-test an expert claim, run a rigorous planning process, brief a funder, identify an institutional gap, and then help ensure that gap is filled. Reducing catastrophic biological risk takes more than analysis or advocacy. It takes a coordinated execution effort across science, technology, policy, philanthropy, industry, and government, and this role is built to drive that effort.
A note on time commitment: SAIF expects this to become a major leadership role, but is open to beginning with a part-time engagement for the right person, particularly someone bringing deep expertise, strong judgment, and relevant relationships already in place.