Director, Regional Biotech Ecosystem & Partnerships

CSL Vifor

California

Hybrid

USD 232,000 - 284,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

CSL Vifor is seeking a Director, Regional Ecosystem Lead to drive CSL's external innovation presence across the San Diego region. The role is remote with travel across the West Coast and requires senior leadership in biopharma partnerships.

You will lead ecosystem engagement, scout opportunities, and co-drive deal teams with global R&D, BD, and legal to strengthen CSL's pipeline. A PhD/MD or equivalent is required with 12+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

12+ years in biopharma, external innovation, or business development.
Strong regional ecosystem knowledge and networks.
Proven ability to source and evaluate external opportunities.
Experience leading deal execution and cross-functional teams.
Proven relationship-building with academia, biotech and investment communities.

Responsibilities

Lead CSL presence in regional innovation hubs and create partnerships.
Expand relationships with universities, incubators, accelerators, VCs, and local orgs.
Coordinate with TA Search Leads for regional engagements and conferences.
Participate in regional deal teams from identification through due diligence and close.
Represent CSL at local external innovation events and strengthen ecosystem visibility.
Engage internal SMEs to position CSL as a partner of choice.