Director of Strategic Partnerships — Oncology Research

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego's Moores Cancer Center is seeking a Director, Strategic Partnerships to cultivate industry relationships, secure research funding, and broaden MCC's collaborations with academic, healthcare, and commercial partners.

You will meet executive leaders, advance research collaborations and clinical trial partnerships, and align MCC goals across the UCSD ecosystem. A track record in strategic development and complex negotiations is essential.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or related field.
• Experience partnering with C-Suite executives and driving cross-organizational initiatives.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills for influencing senior stakeholders.
• Ability to lead multiple complex engagements with industry partners and academic investigators.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand MCC's strategic partnerships with industry, academia, and healthcare partners.
• Secure competitive research funding through industry collaborations and agreements.
• Engage executive leaders to advance research collaborations and clinical trial partnerships.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement partnership strategies and measure outcomes.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

C-Suite collaboration

Fundraising partnerships

Stakeholder management

Education

Advanced degree in a relevant field

Job description

UC San Diego's Moores Cancer Center is seeking a Director, Strategic Partnerships to cultivate industry relationships, secure research funding, and broaden MCC's collaborations with academic, healthcare, and commercial partners.

You will meet executive leaders, advance research collaborations and clinical trial partnerships, and align MCC goals across the UCSD ecosystem. A track record in strategic development and complex negotiations is essential.