Manager/Director, Business Development

2 weeks ago


California, United States Michael Page Full time

  • Play a crucial role in driving the company's growth and success in industry.
  • Build strong professional relationships & opportunities for career growth.

    About Our Client

    My client, a leading innovator in antibody drug development, partners with a majority of the top pharmaceutical and biotech companies worldwide. The company's comprehensive platform, leveraging advanced gene editing technologies and a state-of-the-art animal facility, accelerates the discovery and development of novel therapeutics. They offer a suite of services, including animal model creation, therapeutic antibody discovery, and rigorous preclinical testing, to help its partners advance innovative medicines and improve patient outcomes.

    Job Description

  • Business Development Strategy: Contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive business development & licensing strategy aligned with corporate and portfolio objectives.
  • Opportunity Identification: Identify and assess potential external business opportunities, including out-licensing, co-development, spin-offs, and acquisitions.
  • Business Case Development: Develop and present well-structured business cases for prioritized opportunities, including robust analyses, key assumptions, risks, and internal/external input.
  • Deal Execution: Lead and manage external opportunities, including due diligence, alliance management, negotiations, deal closure, and post-deal integration.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with R&D, CMC, Clinical, Regulatory, Operations, and Finance, serving as the primary BD contact person in certain instances.
  • Industry Engagement: Represent at industry conferences, investor meetings, and partnering events, building and maintaining relationships with key pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry participants.
  • Operational Expertise: Demonstrate a strong understanding of BD operations and transactions, including proposal development, term sheet negotiations, and alliance management.

    MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

    The Successful Applicant

  • Ph.D. in a bioscience field.
Up to 4 years of experience in business development, research and development, or strategic planning within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.Expertise in business development and licensing, along with a strong understanding of pharmaceutical research and development processes.Ability to think strategically and analyze data effectively to develop and execute sound business strategies.Excellent communication and presentation skills, tailored to effectively engage diverse internal and external stakeholders.Proven ability to manage projects and collaborate effectively within a dynamic, fast-paced matrix environment.Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team-oriented approach.Fluency in English, with bilingual proficiency in Mandarin being highly preferred.Located on the West/East Coast in a biotech hub.

What's on Offer

Diverse Exposure: Work on various projects across industries.Strategic Impact: Directly contribute to company growth.Skill Development: Develop negotiation, relationship building, and contract management skills.Collaborative Environment: Work with colleagues from various departments.Career Advancement: Advance your career within the CRO or in other industries.Networking Opportunities: Build relationships with industry professionals.Competitive Compensation: Great bonus structure and benefits.



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