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General Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and intellectually curious Senior Director of Corporate Strategy and Business Initiatives to be a strategic leader within our organization. The successful candidate will play a critical role in identifying and developing innovative ideas that have the potential to shape the future direction of our company. This role requires a strong analytical mindset coupled with the ability to navigate the complexities of the biotech landscape, making it vital for the candidate to possess a robust background in financial, scientific, and clinical areas.

As a key member of our corporate strategy team, you will utilize your expertise to conduct in-depth research, perform rigorous due diligence, and deliver insightful analyses that inform high-stakes decisions by our senior leadership. Your role will not only be pivotal in driving strategic initiatives but also in building effective communication channels across the organization and with external stakeholders.

Essential Functions of the Job:

Innovative Strategy Development

+ Identify transformative ideas and initiatives that could significantly impact our corporate strategy and market positioning.

+ Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive intelligence to assess the potential of new business opportunities.

Financial and Scientific Modeling

+ Lead the development of complex financial models and scientific frameworks to evaluate the viability of strategic initiatives.

+ Perform in-depth clinical data analysis to assess the potential outcomes and benefits of proposed initiatives.

Stakeholder Collaboration

+ Establish and maintain effective relationships with key internal stakeholders, including executive leadership, research teams, and business development units, to ensure alignment and gather critical insights.

+ Engage external stakeholders, such as industry experts and partners, to incorporate broader perspectives into strategic recommendations.

Data-Driven Insights and Recommendations

+ Synthesize large data sets to draw meaningful conclusions and actionable insights that inform executive decision-making.

+ Prepare and present clear, concise, and compelling presentations to senior leadership and board members that articulate strategic options and recommendations.

Investor Relations and External Engagement

+ Collaborate with the Investor Relations team to create impactful presentations and materials for calls, conferences, and events.

+ Ensure that presentations effectively communicate our value proposition and strategic initiatives to external stakeholders.

Market and Competitive Analysis

+ Lead efforts in conducting competitive analyses, benchmarking against industry peers, and ensuring that our strategies are informed by current market trends across multiple therapeutic areas.

+ Develop insightful reports that address key market dynamics and potential impact on our business strategy.

Leadership and Project Management

+ Drive cross-functional projects, collaborating with various departmental teams to ensure successful execution of strategic initiatives through fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and results-oriented thinking.

Required Education:

+ BA/BS Degree in Science, Engineering or Business required.

+ MBA, M.D., or Ph.D. in relevant fields are highly preferred.

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or Business with 12 + experience or an MA/MS/MBA with 8 + years’ experience or an M.D., PharmD, or Ph.D. in relevant fields with 6 + years of experience.

+ Experience in strategy consulting, investment banking, sell/buy-side equity research or corporate strategy roles in biotech or pharmaceutical environments.

+ Strong ability to conduct financial modeling and valuation analysis. Experience in scenario analysis and forecasting is highly desired.

+ Exceptional capability to conduct thorough competitive diligence, synthesizing complex scientific and financial data into clear insights.

+ A proven track record of strategic, innovative thinking, with the ability to envision and implement long-term plans.

+ Comfort with ambiguity and changing priorities, coupled with the ability to proactively address challenges.

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts in an accessible manner to diverse audiences.

+ Experience effectively leading discussions and guiding decision-making with senior executives and boards.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

+ N/A

Travel:

+ 25%

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.