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Sr. Director/Vice President, Business Development and Commercial Strategy
Scorpion Therapeutics - Boston, MA
posted 4 days ago
About the position
Scorpion is a clinical-stage, precision oncology company developing transformational targeted therapies for patients with cancer. We have built proprietary and fully-integrated discovery capabilities leveraging the most advanced technologies across cancer biology, medicinal chemistry and data sciences. Our current pipeline, led by our mutant-selective PI3Ka program STX-478, consists of three internally discovered clinical product candidates in addition to multiple discovery-stage programs. Our focus is on solving current gaps in therapeutic options for patients with cancer by discovering and developing exquisitely-selective product candidates against well-validated, previously undruggable targets to improve patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Lead the identification, evaluation, and execution of strategic partnerships, licensing opportunities, and acquisitions that align with Scorpion Therapeutics' business goals.
- Develop and implement business development strategies to expand the company's product pipeline, enhance market position, and drive revenue growth.
- Negotiate and close high-value deals with pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and research institutions.
- Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on business development opportunities and market insights.
- Oversee the development and execution of product intelligence strategies to support the company's drug discovery and development efforts.
- Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to inform product development and strategic decisions.
- Collaborate closely with R&D, clinical, and commercial teams to ensure alignment between product development and market needs.
- Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including industry leaders, potential partners, and investors.
- Represent Scorpion Therapeutics at industry conferences, networking events, and in negotiations with external partners.
- Collaborate with the finance team to develop financial models and forecasts for potential partnerships and product opportunities.
- Contribute to the overall strategic planning process, ensuring that business development initiatives are aligned with corporate goals and financial objectives.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in life sciences, business, or a related field (MBA or PhD preferred).
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in therapeutics business development, strategic partnerships, or product intelligence within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
- Proven track record of successfully leading and closing complex business deals, including licensing agreements and partnerships.
- Deep understanding of the oncology market, drug development process, and regulatory environment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and drive results under pressure.
Benefits
- Salary Band: $260,000-$350,000
