Position Title: Senior Associate

Location: Atlanta, GA (onsite)
Organization: The Foundation For A Better World

About The Foundation For A Better World

The Foundation For A Better World (FFBW) is a private family foundation. We focus on advancing drug development and pioneering scientific research to drive meaningful breakthroughs in neurodegenerative disease treatment. Our primary area of interest is dementia-focused drug discovery and biotech investing, where we deploy capital with both philanthropic purpose and venture discipline to accelerate the development of transformative therapeutics.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Associate with strong scientific expertise—ideally in neuroscience—and hands-on experience in early-stage biotech or healthcare investing. This individual will work closely with the President of FFBW to source, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities, as well as support the foundation’s active portfolio. The position blends cutting-edge science, strategic investing, and philanthropic purpose, with a focus on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deal Sourcing & Pipeline Development

  • Identify and engage with emerging companies, academic spinouts, and translational programs aligned with FFBW’s mission.

  • Build and maintain relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, academic institutions, and industry partners.

  • Contribute to pipeline management, including tracking deal flow, managing funnel stages, and supporting internal processes to ensure consistent follow-up and evaluation.

  • Scientific & Strategic Due Diligence

  • Lead scientific diligence with an emphasis on Alzheimer’s disease biology, target validation, and therapeutic strategy.

  • Support in analyzing preclinical/clinical data, competitive landscapes, and intellectual property positions.

  • Participate in evaluating regulatory, clinical, and commercial viability under mentorship from leadership.

  • Investment Execution

  • Contribute to deal structuring, financial modeling, and preparation of investment memoranda.

  • Support negotiation and documentation of investments with oversight from the President and advisors.

  • Collaborate with consultants, external advisors, and co-investors throughout diligence and execution.

  • Portfolio Company Support

  • Assist in tracking portfolio company progress against scientific and operational milestones.

  • Participate in strategic discussions with management teams to support value creation.

  • Support monitoring and reporting processes for the foundation’s portfolio.

  • Market & Scientific Landscape Analysis

  • Track and synthesize developments in neurodegenerative disease research, therapeutic modalities, and biotech funding trends.

  • Provide insights to inform FFBW’s investment strategy and philanthropic priorities.

Qualifications

  • Education: PhD in neuroscience or a related biomedical discipline (strong preference for Alzheimer’s disease expertise).

  • Experience: Minimum of 2 years in biotech/healthcare investing, ideally through a venture capital or venture philanthropy model.

  • Scientific Expertise: Deep understanding of Alzheimer’s disease pathophysiology, drug development pathways, and current therapeutic landscape.

  • Analytical Skills: Ability to critically evaluate complex scientific, clinical, and business information.

  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to distill technical content for varied audiences.

  • Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with scientific, clinical, and investment professionals.

Attributes for Success

  • Passion for accelerating drug development in neurodegenerative diseases.

  • Comfort navigating both the scientific and investment aspects of opportunities.

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Mission-driven mindset with the ability to balance financial and philanthropic objectives.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

  • Performance-based bonus opportunity.

  • Benefits package.

  • Relocation assistance (if applicable).

Application Process

  • Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter describing their scientific background, investment experience, and motivation for joining The Foundation For A Better World to isa@forabetterworldfoundation.org.