The Role
Director, Ecosystem Development & Communications. A systems-minded ecosystem builder who knows how to turn vision into durable infrastructure, scaling communities, flagship convenings, and strategic partnerships into high-impact platforms. This role is for a leader eager to expand the genetic agency movement, amplifying Dyno’s influence while growing a sustainable, science-forward ecosystem at the forefront of gene therapy.
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Watertown, MA
How You Will Contribute
As Director, Ecosystem Development & Communications you will be responsible for building and scaling the movement of genetic agency, an individual’s ability to take action at the genetic level to live a healthier life, and GATC (see highlights from our inaugural GATC) into a sustainable, high-impact, “can’t miss” series of convenings and community infrastructure. You will also integrate and execute Dyno’s external communications across partnerships, executives, and strategic initiatives to amplify impact.
At Dyno, every role is mission-driven. Whether in science, engineering, operations, or business, each AAViator contributes to solving some of the most complex challenges in genetic medicine.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute Dyno’s genetic agency ecosystem strategy, translating vision into structured programming and measurable growth.
- Scale GATC into a high-impact, fiscally sustainable event series with increasing participation, repeat attendance, and diversity of organizations.
- Design and deliver participatory ecosystem experiences that create meaningful engagement and long-term community retention.
- Partner with Dyno executives to embed company priorities into ecosystem initiatives and external programming.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), strategic partners, and stakeholder communities.
- Integrate Dyno’s external communications across partnerships, agencies, and internal leaders to ensure cohesive, science-forward storytelling.
- Lead cross-functional and multi-vendor execution, acting as a systems integrator accountable for outcomes.
- Identify and implement scalable infrastructure (processes, platforms, vendors, and tools) to support ecosystem growth.
- Ensure fiscal discipline across ecosystem initiatives, including creative revenue strategies that preserve quality and independence.
- Continuously evaluate ecosystem impact and optimize strategy based on participation data, engagement metrics, and business outcomes.
- Work with urgency and adaptability, balancing innovation with execution.
- Collaborate cross-functionally, leveraging Dyno’s high-trust, high-impact culture to drive results.
Basic qualifications
Ecosystem Development
- Proven success building and scaling ecosystems in B2B and/or science-adjacent environments.
- Track record transforming flagship convenings into repeatable, high-retention event series.
- Experience designing participatory experiences that drive measurable engagement and “FOMO.”
- Demonstrated ability to scale communities sustainably with fiscal rigor and creative monetization strategies.
External Communications Leadership
- Experience leading external communications in a startup or high-growth environment.
- Ability to engage senior executives and strategic partners to drive high-impact communications initiatives.
- Strong scientific literacy; able to translate complex science into compelling narratives (gene therapy experience preferred but not required).
Project Leadership & Systems Integration
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional, multi-vendor execution (agencies, consultants, internal stakeholders).
- Experience acting as a systems integrator with accountability for outcomes.
- Ability to partner with executives to translate priorities into concrete design features.
- Comfortable building the playbook while executing in ambiguity.
Company Alignment
- Alignment with Dyno’s core values - We seek individuals who step up when things get tough, recalibrate when priorities shift, and thrive in a high-expectation environment.
- A proactive, problem-solving mindset - you don’t just identify challenges; you find solutions.
Preferred qualifications
- Direct gene therapy, biotech, or techbio ecosystem experience.
- Deep network across regulatory, payer/provider, investor, or academic stakeholders.
- Growth marketing experience applied to community participation.
- Experience managing agencies, contractors, or direct reports.
- Familiarity with community and event technology stacks.
The Company
At Dyno Therapeutics, we are a high-energy, high-impact team on a mission to build high-performance genetic technologies that transform patient lives. Our team unites world-class molecular biologists, protein engineers, software developers, data scientists, and machine learning experts—all working together at the intersection of AI and genetic medicine.
Our culture is defined by three core values that guide everything we do:
- One Mission: Everything we do is for the mission. We are a cohesive and motivated team, thinking ahead and supporting one another to overcome challenges.
- Proactive Responsibility: We take action, inject energy into our work, and hold ourselves accountable for delivering results.
- Reaching for Excellence: We constantly strive for excellence, fueled by curiosity, adaptability, and the courage to speak hard truths in pursuit of success.
These values are more than words—they drive our actions and decisions. Our greatest strength isn’t technology—it’s our work ethic. More than just technologists, we’re a team of relentlessly resourceful problem-solvers: with an unshakable drive we generate breakthroughs at the intersection of AI and genetic medicine.
🚀 What You’ll Give:
- Bring an unstoppable work ethic, stepping up when things get tough and adapting as priorities shift.
- Embrace challenges as opportunities, finding solutions where none exist and driving innovation forward.
- Operate with urgency, responsibility, and resilience, because this mission demands the best from us.
🎯 What You’ll Get:
- Competitive compensation & equity—your contributions drive results, and we pay accordingly.
- Mission-aligned, high-trust environment—we succeed together, supporting each other through challenges.
- A career-defining experience—work at the forefront of AI-driven genetic medicine, tackling problems that reshape healthcare.
If you’re ready to push boundaries, build the future, and thrive in a fast-moving, high-impact environment—we’d love to hear from you.
At Dyno, we believe in transparent and equitable compensation practices.
Base Salary Range: $204,687.65 - $266,093.95
This reflects the typical offer range for this role, based on experience, role scope, and internal equity. Final compensation decisions are made using a consistent leveling framework and consider the candidate’s experience, interview performance, and expected impact.
This role is eligible for:
- Annual performance-based target bonus
- Stock options
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Flexible paid time off and holidays
- Perks including on-campus gym membership, onsite lunch, commuter support, and company provided laptop
Our compensation ranges are reviewed annually to ensure alignment with market trends and internal equity.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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