Sr. Director of Business Development

GenBio AI

Paris

Sur place

EUR 128 634 - 300 146

Plein temps

14 jours+

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Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Meaningful stock options

Résumé du poste

GenBio AI, a pioneering startup in biomedicine and generative AI, seeks a highly strategic Director of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships. You'll drive external engagement strategies, leveraging your experience in biopharma to establish key partnerships while working closely with our executive team and diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

10+ years in biopharma/biotech/healthcare tech.
Experience in business development and strategic partnerships.
Ability to bridge technical and commercial discussions.

Responsabilités

Develop and execute business development and partnerships strategy.
Lead market research and customer engagement for AI products.
Build and lead high-impact partnerships and manage relationships.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Relationship Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

MBA, PhD, MD or equivalent

Description du poste

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $350,000.00/yr

Headquartered in Silicon Valley, we are a newly established start-up where a collective of visionary scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs are dedicated to transforming the landscape of biology and medicine through the power of generative AI. Our team comprises leading minds and innovators in AI and biological science, pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are dreamers who reimagine a new paradigm for biology and medicine.

We are committed to decoding biology holistically and enabling the next generation of life-transforming solutions. As the first mover in pan-modal Large Biological Models (LBM), we are pioneering a new era of biomedicine, with our LBM training leading to ground-breaking advancements and a transformative approach to healthcare. Our robust R&D team and leadership in LLMs and generative AI position us at the forefront of this revolutionary field. With headquarters in Silicon Valley, California, and a branch office in Paris and Abu Dhabi, we are poised to make a global impact. Join us as we embark on this journey to redefine the future of biology and medicine through the transformative power of Generative AI.

We seek a highly strategic and experienced Director or Senior Director of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships to lead our external engagement strategy and help accelerate GenBio AI’s growth through high-impact partnerships. You will work closely with the executive team, research and product leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders to identify, structure, and manage partnerships that align with our scientific vision and business objectives. This role requires a strong foundation in biopharma and drug discovery, complemented by an understanding of AI/ML applications in the life sciences. You will serve as GenBio AI's key external face and play a central role in driving both long-term strategy and near-term execution.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute GenBio AI’s business development and external partnership strategy, which is aligned with company objectives and the scientific roadmap
Lead market research, customer engagement and alignment for AI products developed by GenBio AI
Identify and evaluate strategic opportunities across academia, biopharma, CROs, medtech, RWD/RWE providers, and data platforms
Build and lead high-impact partnerships, including joint research, data/sample access, technology licensing, and asset acquisition
Lead cross-functional efforts to assess potential partners, define value, negotiate deal terms, and manage ongoing relationships
Work closely with Research, Product, Legal, Finance, and Operations to shape partnership structures that maximize scientific and strategic value
Provide insight into market dynamics, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes to inform internal decision-making and Business Development prioritization
Represent GenBio AI at industry conferences, events, and meetings to establish credibility and grow our external network
Collaborate with internal teams to identify capability gaps or opportunities that can be addressed through external partnerships
Contribute to the refinement of GenBio AI’s long-term commercial and scientific positioning as we scale

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in biopharma, biotechnology, or healthcare technology with at least 5 years in business development, strategic partnerships, or corporate development
Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical R&D lifecycle, drug discovery and development, and industry business models
Experience leading complex negotiations and managing end-to-end deal execution in a scientific or technical context
Ability to discuss and understand AI/ML applications in life sciences, with the ability to bridge technical and commercial discussions
Track record of forming and scaling high-value research or commercial partnerships in startup or matrixed environments
Excellent communication, relationship management, and cross-functional leadership skills
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, PhD, MD, or equivalent) strongly preferred in a relevant scientific or business field

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in early-stage companies is a big plus
Global experience or working with international partners
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and drive initiatives from concept to execution

Join us as we embark on this journey to redefine the future of biology and medicine.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The company offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and meaningful stock option

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