General Manager (CEO)

Job Title:

General Manager (CEO)Location: Great Boston Area , MACompany:one leading China-based publicly listed CRO (Contract Research Organization)Reporting To:

Board of Director

Position Overview

The CEO will serve as the senior executive responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational performance of the US business. This role requires a dynamic leader with deep expertise in the pharmaceutical/CRO industry, proven success in scaling organizations, and the ability to bridge cultural and operational practices between US and global teams.

The CEO will ensure alignment with the Board’s objectives while fostering innovation, profitability, and market leadership in the US preclinical research sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership Define and execute the US growth strategy in alignment with the Board’s vision.
• Drive market expansion, revenue growth, and profitability for preclinical services.
• Identify emerging trends and opportunities in the US biopharma/CRO landscape.
• Operational Management Oversee all US operations, including Boston and California sites, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Optimize resource allocation, budgeting, and financial performance to meet or exceed KPIs. Implement scalable processes to support rapid growth and cross-functional collaboration.
• Team Leadership & Development** Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team across two locations.
• Foster a high-performance culture by attracting top talent, enhancing staff capabilities, and promoting innovation.
• Strengthen cross-site collaboration and align US teams with global corporate values.
• Business Development & Stakeholder Engagement** Expand the US client base through strategic partnerships, client acquisition, and retention initiatives.
• Leverage existing networks and build relationships with key stakeholders in pharma, biotech, and regulatory bodies.
• Elevate the company’s brand as a preferred preclinical CRO partner in the US market. Board & Global Collaboration Report regularly to the Board on financial performance, strategic milestones, and risk management.
• Collaborate with global leadership to integrate US operations with international strategies and best practices.
• Qualifications** Education: Master’s degree or higher in Pharmacology, Toxicology, or related majors in pharmaceutical research. Experience: 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in the pharmaceutical/CRO industry, including 3+ years in executive roles (e.g., VP/SVP/C-level ). Proven track record of leading teams about 100+ employees .operations.
• Extensive experience in preclinical services (e.g., drug discovery, toxicology, DMPK) within the US market. Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of US FDA regulations, preclinical research trends, and CRO competitive dynamics.
• Established network with key decision-makers in biopharma companies and academic institutions. **Leadership

Skills

• Exceptional ability to drive cultural integration, organizational change, and cross-functional alignment.
• Outstanding communication skills, with fluency in Chinese &English.应聘者必须是中英文都可以流利沟通的华人。