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About AxcendAxcend is an exciting early-stage company with demonstrated market traction, changing the Life Science industry with our innovative High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) technology. Our patented implementation of microflow liquid chromatography delivers dramatic improvements in compact design, portability, ease of operation, remarkable solvent and waste reduction, trace-level PAT inline process and sensitivity, for unparalleled performance. Markets include life science biopharma, drug discovery, precision medicine, biotech, DoD, radiopharmaceutical, chem/petrochem, oil/gas, academia, and more.What Will You Do?Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will set and execute the company's strategic vision, drive revenue growth, build a world-class team, and position Axcend for long-term value creation.Strategic Leadership & VisionDefine and communicate a compelling long-term vision and strategic plan that positions Axcend as a category leader in compact, sustainable HPLC technologyIdentify and prioritize high-growth market segments — including biopharma, drug discovery, precision medicine, PAT, and defense — and align resources accordinglyMonitor competitive landscape, emerging technologies, and industry trends to inform product roadmap and go-to-market strategyCommercial Growth & Market ExpansionDrive aggressive revenue growth by scaling the commercial organization across domestic and international marketsChampion Axcend's disruptive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model and sustainability value proposition ("Green HPLC") to global biopharma and industrial clientsBuild and nurture strategic partnerships, OEM relationships, and channel alliances to accelerate market penetrationRepresent Axcend at major industry conferences, trade shows, and with key accountsFundraising, Financial Stewardship & Path to ExitCo-lead future fundraising efforts, including venture capital, strategic investment, and/or debt financing roundsManage P&L with discipline, balancing growth investment against capital efficiencyBuild and maintain strong relationships with investors, board members, and financial partnersDevelop and execute a long-term value-creation strategy with an eye toward a successful liquidity event, whether through acquisition, IPO, or strategic recapitalizationTeam Building & Organizational DevelopmentRecruit, develop, and retain top-tier talent across all functions — sales, R&D, operations, marketing, and financeFoster a high-performance, mission-driven culture rooted in Axcend's core values: integrity, passion, boldness, respect, humility, ownership, and funEstablish scalable processes, systems, and organizational structures to support rapid growthOperations & ExecutionOversee all company operations, ensuring product quality, supply chain reliability, and customer successCoordinate cross-functional execution between sales, field application scientists, service, and R&D teamsEnsure regulatory compliance and IP protection across all marketsQualifications & RequirementsRequired15+ years of progressive leadership experience in life sciences, analytical instrumentation, or a closely related industry, with at least 5 years in a C-suite or GM roleDemonstrated success scaling a capital equipment or instrumentation business from early/growth stage through a significant revenue inflection point and into sustained commercial tractionDirect experience with capital raising — ideally having led or co-led one or more funding rounds totaling $20M+Experience operating at both large, established organizations (providing process discipline and enterprise relationships) and smaller, high-growth companies (providing scrappiness and speed)Deep understanding of the HPLC, chromatography, mass spectrometry, or broader analytical instrumentation marketStrong commercial instinct with a track record of building and leading high-performing sales and go-to-market teamsBachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MS, PhD, or MBA) preferred. A technical education in life sciences, chemistry, or engineering is a plusPreferredExisting relationships within the global biopharma, biotech, and life science research communitiesExperience with Process Analytical Technology (PAT), inline/atline monitoring, or sustainability-driven instrumentation salesFamiliarity with drug discovery, precision medicine, DoD, radiopharmaceutical, or energy sector applicationsTrack record of at least one successful exit (acquisition or IPO) as a senior leader or CEOPersonal AttributesVisionary yet execution-oriented — equally comfortable setting strategy and rolling up sleevesExceptional communicator who can inspire teams, engage boards, and close enterprise dealsResilient, adaptable, and energized by the pace and ambiguity of a high-growth startup environmentHigh integrity, intellectual curiosity, and genuine passion for innovation in science and sustainabilityBenefits & CultureOur culture is a direct representation of our core values:Do it with integrityBring passionBe boldBe respectfulShow humilityTake ownershipHave funWe highly value our team members and offer:Significant equity ownershipFlexible PTO401K programFamily, medical, and caregiver leaveExcellent vision, dental, and health benefitsWe value diversity and always consider candidates based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. 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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