Business Development Senior Manager

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Senior Manager in Business Development to support Amgen's Oncology pipeline by identifying external opportunities from preclinical to commercial stages. You will source opportunities via scientific networking, lead strategic evaluations, and collaborate with R&D, Commercial, Legal, and other teams to structure and negotiate deals.

The role requires a Doctorate with 2+ years industry experience or equivalent in drug development, consulting, or BD; oncology PhD

Qualifications

• PhD with 2+ years industry experience in drug development, consulting, or BD.
• Oncology expertise preferred.
• Strong communication, PM, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate external innovative opportunities from early to late stages.
• Source opportunities via scientific networking and market monitoring.
• Lead strategic evaluations and cross-functional due diligence.
• Execute deals (licensing, collaborations, acquisitions) and maintain documentation.

Skills

Strategic BD

Cross-functional

Communication

Project management

Education

PhD in Oncology

Doctorate/BD experience

Job description

Role: Senior Manager in Business Development supporting Amgen's Oncology pipeline by identifying and evaluating external innovative opportunities from early preclinical to clinical and commercial stages. Responsibilities include sourcing opportunities via scientific networking and monitoring, leading strategic evaluations, collaborating with R&D, Commercial, Legal, and other teams, and executing deals such as licensing, collaborations, or acquisitions. The role involves supporting strategic discussions, managing cross-functional due diligence, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Requirements: Doctorate with 2+ years industry experience or equivalent in drug development, consulting, or BD; preferred candidates possess a PhD in a scientific discipline with oncology expertise, 3+ years biotech/pharma BD experience, strong communication, project management, and relationship-building skills. High-value specifics include focus on oncology therapeutics, early to late-stage development, and cross-functional interface across scientific, legal, and commercial units.

The role is remote with no specified travel expectations.