C-brAIn Chief Executive Officer (Remote) - Neurology (, MO, United States)

Position Summary

This is a rare opportunity to lead a mission‑driven consortium at the forefront of biomedical innovation. The CEO will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI in science, accelerating discoveries that improve lives, and building a legacy of impact through collaboration, technology, and visionary leadership. The CEO will be responsible for cultivating a high‑performing organizational culture, forging strategic partnerships, and ensuring the Consortium’s long‑term sustainability and impact.

Scheduled Hours

40 hours per week.

About C-brAIn

The Consortium for Biomedical Research and Artificial Intelligence in Neurodegeneration (C-brAIn) is a pioneering initiative at the intersection of biomedical science and artificial intelligence. Anchored by Washington University in St. Louis and supported by leading institutions across academia, industry, and philanthropy, C-brAIn is advancing a transformative vision: to accelerate breakthroughs in neuroscience, brain aging, and neuro‑degenerative disease through the development of an AI‑powered, scientist‑in‑the‑loop research platform.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Forge strategic partnerships with aligned stakeholders to synergize collaborative acceleration of C-brAIn’s mission.
• Drive strategic planning and milestone delivery for the AI Biomedical Research Scientist platform.
• Champion scientific integrity, ethical AI practices, and continuous innovation.

Organizational Management

• Lead, manage, and mentor a multidisciplinary executive team across research, technology, and operations. Ensure the C-brAIn executive team has efficient coordination of activities and communications, and timely delivery of technical and scientific objectives.
• Oversee program execution, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Manage the scaling and deployment of products to address neurodegeneration research challenges while expanding to broader biomedical applications.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Reporting to the Director, collaborating with the CTO and scientific leadership to align technology development, product development, and AI/ML tool delivery, ensuring technology development is driven by research needs and use cases, with strong scientific input and community feedback.
• Engage with scientific experts to ensure the Consortium’s work is accessible and impactful for all stakeholders; ensure the products remain relevant to real‑world biomedical challenges and supports a “scientist‑in‑the‑loop” approach.
• Represent C-brAIn in external forums, advancing visibility and influence.
• Promote responsible AI tool sharing, equitable access, and community engagement.

Financial Stewardship

• Oversee budget planning and resource deployment across a portfolio.
• Identify and secure funding opportunities to support growth and innovation.
• Ensure fiscal accountability and alignment with institutional and partner expectations.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Flexible, with a preference for proximity to key research and industry partners.
• Hybrid, with a mix of remote work, on‑site collaboration, and travel to conferences and partner institutions.

Physical Effort

• Typically working at desk or table.
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
• Ability to move to on and off‑campus locations.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

Education

Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in AI/technology, life sciences, or related sectors.
• Demonstrated success in building and scaling large, complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives or organizations—including experience in startup or consortium environments where agility, resourcefulness, and collaborative leadership are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborations across academia, industry, and philanthropy, and to lead multidisciplinary teams, including technical and scientific staff.
• Strong track record in partnership development and stakeholder engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with or leading academic, industry, philanthropic, startup, consortium, or nonprofit organizations.
• Familiarity with regulatory, legal, and ethical frameworks in biomedical research and AI.
• Experience with federated data architectures, privacy‑preserving technologies, and responsible data governance.
• Prior leadership in a startup, consortium, or nonprofit environment.

Certifications / Professional Licenses

No specific certification or professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

Progressive managerial responsibility (7 years).

Skills

Adaptability, Biomedical Research, Biomedical Sciences, Building High Performance Team, Business Management, Communication, Computer Science, Data Integration, Data Privacy, Engineering Education, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Hypothesis Generation, Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Machine Learning (ML), Negotiation, Open Science, Operational Execution, Organizing, Project Management, Public Health, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, Translational Neuroscience, Workflow Management.

Driver’s License

A driver’s license is not required for this position.

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Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full‑time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at to view a summary of benefits.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status or genetic information.