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Chief Science Officer jobs are open across biopharma, medtech, agritech, and academic research institutions, at every level from principal scientist to VP and C-suite, with specializations in translational research, regulatory science, and drug development. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Required Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree required and minimum of seven (7) years of proven success record in fund-raising and philanthropic development, with two (2) years of experience in a leadership role within an NCAA athletic department fundraising office.
- Leadership & Strategic Vision: Provide overall leadership and direction for the Chanticleer Athletic Foundation (CAF), aligning with the mission, goals, and objectives of Coastal Carolina University’s athletic programs. Develop and execute long-term strategies for growth in fundraising and membership engagement, ensuring the financial stability and expansion of the foundation. Lead and mentor foundation staff, creating a results-driven culture focused on exceeding fundraising goals.
- Fundraising & Development: Oversee all fundraising efforts, including managing a major gifts portfolio, annual giving, corporate naming opportunities, planned giving, and capital campaigns to support Coastal Carolina University Athletics. Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, alumni, and corporate sponsors to secure funding for scholarships, revenue share, facility improvements, and operational needs. Develop and implement innovative donor recognition programs and stewardship initiatives.
- Board & Donor Relations: Serve as the primary liaison between the CAF and the Coastal Carolina University Athletics Department, donors, and community stakeholders. Work closely with the board of directors to follow policy, governance, and strategic priorities, ensuring strong board engagement and support. Prepare and present reports to the board of directors and university leadership on financials, campaign progress, and other relevant updates.
Development Officer (UP17/61122114/FTE-S01221), full-time position with benefits. Pay commensurate with experience. Normal work hours vary. Must be flexible to meet the special scheduling needs of the university.
Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 12,000 students from 48 states and 53 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.
The University provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, or because an employee or applicant for employment is an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, an Armed Forces service medal veteran, a recently separated veteran, or an active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or other “protected veteran,” as defined by law. Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.
Required Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree required and minimum of seven (7) years of proven success record in fund-raising and philanthropic development, with two (2) years of experience in a leadership role within an NCAA athletic department fundraising office.
- Leadership & Strategic Vision: Provide overall leadership and direction for the Chanticleer Athletic Foundation (CAF), aligning with the mission, goals, and objectives of Coastal Carolina University’s athletic programs. Develop and execute long-term strategies for growth in fundraising and membership engagement, ensuring the financial stability and expansion of the foundation. Lead and mentor foundation staff, creating a results-driven culture focused on exceeding fundraising goals.
- Fundraising & Development: Oversee all fundraising efforts, including managing a major gifts portfolio, annual giving, corporate naming opportunities, planned giving, and capital campaigns to support Coastal Carolina University Athletics. Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, alumni, and corporate sponsors to secure funding for scholarships, revenue share, facility improvements, and operational needs. Develop and implement innovative donor recognition programs and stewardship initiatives.
- Board & Donor Relations: Serve as the primary liaison between the CAF and the Coastal Carolina University Athletics Department, donors, and community stakeholders. Work closely with the board of directors to follow policy, governance, and strategic priorities, ensuring strong board engagement and support. Prepare and present reports to the board of directors and university leadership on financials, campaign progress, and other relevant updates.
Development Officer (UP17/61122114/FTE-S01221), full-time position with benefits. Pay commensurate with experience. Normal work hours vary. Must be flexible to meet the special scheduling needs of the university.
Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 12,000 students from 48 states and 53 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.
The University provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, or because an employee or applicant for employment is an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, an Armed Forces service medal veteran, a recently separated veteran, or an active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or other “protected veteran,” as defined by law. Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.
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Who's Hiring
- US Department of Veterans Affairs110
- Amazon43
- Banfield Pet Hospital43
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- Lockheed Martin35
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chief science officer jobs.
- PhD in life sciences, chemistry, biomedical engineering, or a closely related field
- 15 or more years of progressively senior scientific research and leadership experience
- Demonstrated track of advancing programs through IND filing or clinical development
- Deep expertise in one or more therapeutic areas such as oncology, immunology, or rare disease
- Experience building and managing cross-functional research teams and external academic partnerships
- Familiarity with regulatory strategy, GLP compliance, and FDA submission processes
Tips for Your Chief Science Officer Job Search
Quantify your research pipeline contributions
Your resume should show programs you advanced from discovery to IND or beyond, not just lab oversight. Hiring committees want to see how many candidates or compounds moved under your scientific leadership, and what stage they reached.
Align your publication record to the pipeline
Boards and CEOs read your publication list to gauge domain depth. Lead with peer-reviewed work in the therapeutic area or technology platform the company is actively building, and trim older work that no longer reflects your focus.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists chief science officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies by pipeline stage
Early-stage startups want a generalist who can build a research function from scratch. Late-stage or public companies want deep regulatory and clinical translation experience. Read the pipeline page before you apply and tailor your cover letter to that stage specifically.
Prepare a scientific vision presentation
Most CSO final-round interviews include a board-level talk on where the science should go in the next three to five years. Draft a ten-slide deck before you get asked, grounded in the company's current platform, not generic strategy frameworks.
Negotiate equity and research autonomy together
Equity vesting schedules and your authority over external collaborations, IP decisions, and hiring are negotiating levers just as important as base compensation. Raise them explicitly after an offer arrives, and get research autonomy commitments in writing.
Chief Science Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most chief science officers?
The most active employers for chief science officers right now are US Department of Veterans Affairs, Amazon, and Banfield Pet Hospital, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts frequently as biotech funding rounds close and pipeline milestones are hit, so checking current listings is the most reliable way to stay current.
How many chief science officer jobs are remote?
About 49% of chief science officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much lab-based oversight is still required at the executive science level. Strategy, external partnership management, and regulatory consulting roles within the CSO function tend to be the most amenable to remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a chief science officer?
Most chief science officers start with a doctoral degree in a life science or engineering discipline, then build a research career through postdoctoral work, senior scientist roles, and director-level program leadership. The path typically requires publishing in credible peer-reviewed journals, leading cross-functional programs through clinical or regulatory milestones, and eventually taking on VP of Research or Head of Science responsibilities before moving into the CSO role.
Can you become a chief science officer without direct C-suite experience?
Many chief science officers step into the role from a VP of Research or Head of Discovery position rather than from a previous CSO title. What matters most is evidence that you have led a full research function, made hiring and budgeting decisions, and represented the scientific strategy to a board or investor audience. Strong mentorship from a sitting CSO and visibility in your scientific community through speaking or advisory roles can also accelerate the transition.
What does the chief science officer interview process look like?
The CSO interview process typically runs in four stages: an initial screen with the CEO or head of talent, a deep scientific due diligence session with the existing research leadership team, a formal presentation of your scientific vision to the full executive team or board, and a final cultural and reference-check round. The scientific vision presentation is the most decisive stage, so candidates who prepare a structured, evidence-based view of where the company's platform should go in the next several years tend to advance.
Where can I find and apply to chief science officer jobs?
You can find and apply to chief science officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your therapeutic area, pipeline stage experience, and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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