Director, Development Asset Lead

Biogen; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 217,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Fitness reimbursement

Vacation time

Job summary

Biogen is seeking a Development Asset Lead to command one or more portfolio assets through preclinical and clinical stages. You will craft integrated asset plans, drive value creation, and represent assets in governance forums with senior leadership.

Your role emphasizes strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and disciplined execution. You will guide teams, balance scientific and business considerations, and foster an inclusive high‑performing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree strongly preferred (MS/MD/PhD/PharmD/MBA).
• 10-12 years of drug development experience in pharma or biotech.
• Demonstrated track record of strategic leadership of teams delivering on complex cross‑functional goals.
• Experience in creating and executing clinical development plans aligned to broader strategies.
• Strong understanding of therapeutic areas and optimal development strategies.
• Ability to understand competitive and business implications of scientific and medical data.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and ongoing refinement of the integrated plan for asset(s) to maximize value creation and efficient execution.
• Establish and maintain asset goals, timelines, and risk management in collaboration with project management.
• Drive accountability of functional team members and ensure delivery of functional level plans aligned with the asset strategy.
• Represent the asset at portfolio governance forums and in discussions with senior stakeholders.
• Engage proactively with stakeholders to support asset execution and portfolio decision-making integrating scientific and business considerations.
• Cultivate a strong team culture that promotes effective planning and execution of asset strategies.
• Contribute to the department community of practice to share learnings and promote program synergies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Mentoring teams

Portfolio governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MS/MD/PhD/PharmD/MBA

Job description

About This Role

As a Development Asset Lead (DAL) at Biogen, you will be the full-time leader of one or more preclinical or clinical stage portfolio assets within the Development team. With a focus on strategic and multi-disciplinary drug development, you will drive the value creation and delivery of these assets. You will develop and execute integrated asset plans, working seamlessly across functions to ensure comprehensive representation of business considerations in planning and execution. Your role is pivotal, as you will be accountable to Biogen's governance mechanisms, representing the asset in portfolio governance forums and engaging with senior stakeholders. By defining clear asset goals and deliverables, you will ensure projects are effectively managed and resources strategically applied, fostering a productive and healthy team environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development and ongoing refinement of the integrated plan for asset(s) to maximize value creation and efficient execution.
• Establish and maintain asset goals, timelines, and risk management in collaboration with project management.
• Drive accountability of functional team members and ensure delivery of functional level plans aligned with the asset strategy.
• Represent the asset at portfolio governance forums and in discussions with senior stakeholders.
• Engage proactively with stakeholders to support asset execution and portfolio decision-making integrating scientific and business considerations.
• Cultivate a strong team culture that promotes effective planning and execution of asset strategies.
• Contribute to the department community of practice to share learnings and promote program synergies.

Who You Are

You are a strategic leader with a proven track record in driving complex cross-functional goals. Your ability to integrate scientific and business considerations enables you to develop comprehensive asset strategies. You excel in communication, adapting your style to resonate with diverse audiences and influence decision-making. You thrive in a matrixed environment, leveraging your leadership skills to mentor and motivate teams towards collaborative achievements. Your resilience and servant leadership approach foster an inclusive and high‑performing team culture.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree strongly preferred (MS/MD/PhD/PharmD/MBA).
• 10-12 years of drug development experience in pharma or biotech.
• Demonstrated track record of strategic leadership of teams delivering on complex cross‑functional goals.
• Experience in creating and executing clinical development plans aligned to broader strategies.
• Strong understanding of therapeutic areas and optimal development strategies.
• Ability to understand competitive and business implications of scientific and medical data.

Preferred Skills

• Deep understanding of Minimum and Target Product Profile (MPP, TPP) concepts.
• Working understanding of regulatory requirements and processes for drug development and registration.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to empathize and influence different audiences.

Job Level: Management

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $217,000.00-$299,000.00

Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long‑term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

Benefits

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees' and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well‑being; including, but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end‑of‑year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid‑sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well‑established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life‑changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about Biogen.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States.