What the CSO will actually do
1. Own Bio’s portfolio-level scientific direction
Review projects launching on Bio Protocol, maintain a clear portfolio view of what’s strongest and most promising, and make judgment calls on what to prioritize and what not to pursue.
2. Translate AI outputs into lab-validated science
Work closely with Bio’s AI team to take AI-generated hypotheses and move them into experimental validation. Design and oversee the processes that turn computational insights into real, testable scientific results - quickly and rigorously.
3. Lead scientific diligence and evaluation
Build scalable processes to assess scientific credibility, risk, and potential across projects. Translate reviews into clear recommendations for go/no-go decisions and portfolio prioritization.
4. Recruit and support top-tier scientists
Develop and execute a strategy to bring world-class researchers into Bio’s ecosystem - leveraging academic networks, conferences, and partnerships. Serve as a scientific sparring partner to researchers, helping refine hypotheses and stress-test approaches.
5. Represent Bio’s scientific credibility externally
Act as Bio’s scientific voice with academics, biotech operators, investors, and ecosystem partners. Stay current on scientific and biotech trends, and represent Bio at conferences and industry events.
6. Build an AI-native scientific operating model
Work with Bio’s systems and knowledge infrastructure to develop AI-driven workflows for research review, synthesis, and evaluation - so scientific judgment scales with the platform.
7. Lead and grow the Science team
Hire, mentor, and manage Bio’s Science team. Ensure the team operates at a high level and delivers on Bio’s scientific mission.