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CEO (Gene Therapy) XtRNA
NLC Ventures · Nijmegen
What you will do
The CEO of XtRNA Bio will lead the company’s mission to transform advanced RNA science into therapies for rare genetic diseases. You will guide the venture from research to clinical development, shape its strategy, and drive the fundraising needed to achieve key milestones.
This role calls for a leader who can unite scientific vision with business execution. You will inspire a high-performing team, build strategic partnerships, attract investors, and position XtRNA Bio as a pioneering force in RNA medicine.
What you will do
As CEO of XtRNA Bio, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to advance our pioneering tRNA therapeutic platform from research toward clinical development.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the company’s overall strategy, growth, and fundraising, securing seed and Series A investment
- Drive the scientific and clinical roadmap in collaboration with the CSO toward IND readiness for the CMT2D program while expanding the broader tRNA platform
- Build and inspire a multidisciplinary team that combines scientific excellence with entrepreneurial focus
- Establish strong partnerships with investors, academic collaborators, pharmaceutical partners, and patient foundations
- Represent XtRNA Bio externally, communicating our vision, progress, and potential to the biotech and investment communities
This role calls for a leader who can unite scientific insight, strategic execution, and purpose-driven leadership to position XtRNA Bio at the forefront of RNA-based medicine.