Senior Director, Business Development

Role Overview

• Serve as a senior leader within the Business Development organization, with primary responsibility for driving in-bound and out-bound business development transactions, including strategic partnerships, licensing (in-licensing and out-licensing), and research collaborations.
• Proactively identify, evaluate, and prioritize external partnering opportunities that align with the Company’s scientific platform, pipeline priorities, and long-term growth strategy.
• Build, develop, and maintain senior-level relationships with biopharmaceutical companies, biotechnology partners, academic and research institutions, and other strategic stakeholders to advance the Company’s partnering objectives.
• Lead cross-functional deal teams through the end-to-end transaction lifecycle, including: Development of strategic rationale and investment thesis Opportunity screening and prioritization Financial valuation, scenario analysis, and deal modeling Scientific, commercial, operational, and legal due diligence
• Deal structuring, negotiation, and execution in close collaboration with Legal, Finance, and the Chief Business Officer
• Prepare and present deal recommendations and transaction materials to the executive leadership team and Board of Directors, including strategic fit, value creation, risks, and alternatives.
• Support development and management of the BD pipeline, including tracking opportunities, competitive intelligence, and deal trends.
• Represent the Company at partnering meetings, industry conferences, and key external events, serving as a senior ambassador for the Company’s strategy, science, and partnering priorities.
• Lead alliance management activities with existing strategic partners including oversight of governance, issue escalation and relationship management.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences, business, or related field (MBA, PhD, or equivalent preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in business development, corporate development, or strategy roles within biotechnology or biopharmaceutical companies.
• Demonstrated track record of executing complex BD transactions, including licensing and strategic partnerships.
• Strong financial and valuation skills, with experience building and interpreting deal models.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.
• Cell therapy and Autoimmune disease experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presentation skills.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency with the ability to prioritize, pivot, and deliver results amid competing demands.

Benefits

• eligibility for bonus
• benefits
• participation in Company’s stock plan