Head of Strategic Business Development

Alida Biosciences (AlidaBio) is a venture-backed Series A company based in San Diego that launched its first product in 2025. The company's proprietary assay technology enables, for the first time, multi-target detection of epigenetic markers in RNA, providing a powerful new window into cellular regulation. Alida develops both assay kits and integrated analysis software, empowering researchers to interrogate RNA expression and modifications in clinical samples with precision and ease. By unlocking the role of RNA modifications in gene regulation, AlidaBio aims to drive advances in precision medicine. In its next phase, the company plans to harness the potential of RNA epigenetics in translational applications for health and disease monitoring and diagnostics.

Head of Strategic Business Development

We are seeking an experienced candidate to join our leadership team and drive strategic growth. This individual will play a critical role in building partnerships, expanding market reach, identifying application opportunities and shaping the commercial trajectory of our cutting-edge technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy aligned with AlidaBio's scientific and commercial goals.
• Identify, cultivate, and negotiate strategic partnerships with diagnostics, biopharma, life science tools, and OEM partners.
• Drive adoption of AlidaBio's products in translational research by identifying and securing large-scale study partnerships and leveraging KOL networks.
• Drive licensing, collaboration, and co-development opportunities that expand the reach of AlidaBio's technologies.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO and marketing to position AlidaBio for long-term growth.
• Monitor competitive landscapes, market trends, and emerging opportunities in liquid biopsy, epigenetics, and RNA modification detection
• Represent AlidaBio at industry conferences, partner meetings, and investor discussions.
• Work collaboratively with leadership team, R&D, marketing and operations to gather client insights that will define future product roadmap priorities.

• PhD or MD/PhD in (medical) genomics, molecular pathology, oncology, immunology or a related field with a level of technical understanding conducive to identifying and nurturing compelling application opportunities with strategic partners.  
• 10+ years of experience in business development, corporate development, or strategic partnerships within life sciences, diagnostics, or biotech.
• Strong track record of negotiating and closing deals (licensing, research collaborations, OEM, distribution agreements, strategic alliances).
• Strong academic and industry network and deep understanding of the players and dynamics of the molecular diagnostics, NGS, and life science tools market.
• Proven ability to translate cutting-edge science into meaningful business opportunities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with excitement to work in a 20-people startup environment.
• Ability to function independently and as a team player with a can-do attitude. 
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills. Strong executive presence.
• Strategic thinker able to translate strategic plans into action. Confidence navigating nascent markets and ability to identify growth opportunities.
• Flexibility to travel.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive employee benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, LTD, paid vacation, 401k and a stock plan.

AlidaBio is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.