Director, Life Sciences BD & Partnerships (Remote)

St. Jude; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital seeks a Director of Business Development to drive translation of scientific innovations into market-ready therapies, diagnostics, and digital health solutions.

The role leads industry collaborations, licensing, and strategic alliances, aligning business objectives with the hospital’s mission to improve outcomes for children worldwide. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in life sciences business development, technology commercialization, and

Qualifications

• Expertise in translating scientific innovations to market opportunities.
• Experience leading BD strategies across biopharma, diagnostics, medical devices, or digital health.
• Proven track record negotiating licenses and strategic collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts for translation of innovations to market pathways, including partnerships, licenses, and startup recruitment.
• Execute the organization's business development strategy aligned with the mission.
• Perform due diligence on market, regulatory, and feasibility aspects of innovations.

Skills

Life sciences business development

Technology commercialization

Strategic partnerships

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Industry conferences

Job description

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital seeks a Director of Business Development to drive translation of scientific innovations into market-ready therapies, diagnostics, and digital health solutions.

The role leads industry collaborations, licensing, and strategic alliances, aligning business objectives with the hospital’s mission to improve outcomes for children worldwide. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in life sciences business development, technology commercialization, and