Chief Executive Officer

Prague.bio is an association connecting science, business and investment in the Czech biotech and life sciences sector. Over the past three years, we have built a community of more than 50 members, ranging from universities and research institutes to innovative startups, established companies and regional innovation centres across the Czech Republic. We have also increased the sector's international visibility and established relationships with public institutions.Prague.bio is now entering its next phase of development and is looking for a leader who will combine the role of statutory representative with that of a business development manager.What are we looking for?An experienced professional with a strong understanding of the following areas:Strong Finance skills: including budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management.Advanced Strategic Planning abilities: to set long-term direction and translate vision into actionable initiatives. You can define an organisation's role within a broader ecosystem and articulate the specific value it brings to its stakeholders – in Prague.bio's case, its members, partners, public institutions and policymakers. You can translate this value into clear priorities, activities and services.Fundraising and partnership development: You know how to build on an organisation's value proposition and strategic priorities to drive its growth and financial sustainability. You can identify new opportunities, approach potential partners, sponsors and members, and develop compelling partnership proposals.Leadership experience in executive roles, ideally within biotech, life sciences, or innovation-focused organizations.Industry knowledge and network: You are familiar with the life sciences sector, technology transfer or innovative businesses. You understand the language of the scientific community as well as the needs of investors, venture capital funds and companies.Engagement with government and institutions: You have experience in high-level discussions with ministries, university leadership or local and regional authorities. Alternatively, you have the ability to develop these skills quickly, for example through previous experience negotiating at a senior level in large companies. You can clearly articulate and advocate for the interests of the sector.Operational and administrative management: You are comfortable managing budgets, maintaining membership records, preparing accounting documentation and handling the day-to-day administration of an association.Languages: You have excellent written and spoken English (at least C1 level), enabling you to represent the association internationally and develop relationships with foreign partners.What will your responsibilities be?Association development and funding: Expand the membership and partner base, identify new funding and partnership opportunities, and prepare budgets aligned with Prague.bio's strategic priorities.Strategic direction: Work with the Executive Board to define Prague.bio's future direction, its role in the Czech life sciences ecosystem and the value it delivers to members, partners and public institutions. Translate this vision into concrete priorities, activities and a long-term development plan.Sector representation: Engage with government institutions, contribute to policy and legislative consultations on behalf of Prague.bio, and represent the Czech life sciences sector nationally and internationally.Member relations and networking: Maintain active communication with members, connect key stakeholders and ensure the effective functioning of the association's governing bodies, particularly the Executive Board and General Assembly.Key projects: Oversee the association's flagship activities, particularly the Prague.bio Conference and Executive Academy, and further develop their contribution to the association's strategic objectives.Day-to-day operations: Ensure the smooth running of the association's administrative and operational activities.What do we offer?An independent and responsible leadership role, high level of ownership.Hybrid employment model and flexible working hours (the position requires regular presence at the Prague.bio office)Modern offices in central locationDirect access to leaders in Czech and international science, business, investment and public administration.The opportunity to make a tangible impact on the development of one of the Czech Republic's most promising sectors.A diverse role combining high-level sector policy and advocacy with the hands-on work of building and developing an organisation.