Recursion

Biopharma

VicePresident,HeadofStrategy&Operations

$322–386k New York, New York, United States Remote Friendly
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The Brief

“Vice President, Head of Strategy & Operations at Recursion. Skills: Strategy, Operations, Cross-functional leadership. Act as CEO proxy in forums”

Industry & Context.

Biopharma
Problems you'll solve

Analytical skills; Distill complexity

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

6+ years at consulting firm, Experience preparing board materials, Experience preparing earnings communications, Experience preparing investor presentations, Experience preparing regulatory filings

Nice to Have

MBA from top-tier program, Life sciences background, Data science background, Related scientific background

What You'll Do.

Act as CEO proxy in forums

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional forums

Communication Scope

Executive-level strategy; Board materials; Earnings communications; Investor presentations; Regulatory filings; Clear narratives; Compelling narratives

Full Job Description

Your work will change lives. Including your own. The Impact You'll Make Recursion is reimagining drug discovery through the integration of automated cell biology, high-dimensional data, and AI-driven analytics. As Head of Strategy act as CEO proxy in cross-functional forums. Board, Investor MBA from a top-tier program strongly preferred. Life sciences, data science, or related scientific background is a significant advantage. 6+ years at a leading management consulting firm at the Principal, Associate Partner, or Partner level, with deep exposure to biopharma, biotech, or healthcare clients. Significant in-house experience in strategy, corporate development, or operations within a pharma or biotech company. Strong familiarity with AI platforms, machine learning applications, or digital health tools — and genuine curiosity about their role in transforming drug discovery and development. Proven track record shaping executive-level strategy, leading complex cross-functional initiatives, and influencing without direct authority. Experience preparing and presenting board materials, earnings communications, investor presentations, or regulatory filings. Exceptional analytical, communication, and storytelling skills — able to distill complexity into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences. High EQ and political acumen; skilled at navigating ambiguity, managing competing priorities, and building trust across all levels of an organization. Adaptability and resourcefulness; thrives in a fast-moving, high-growth environment where roles evolve and ambiguity is the norm. Working Location & Compensation: This is an office-based, hybrid position at our offices located in New York City, New York. Employees are expected to work in the office at least 50% of the time. At Recursion, we believe that every employee should be compensated fairly. Based on the skill and level of experience required for this role, the estimated current annual base range for this role is $321,860

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