Director, Strategic Alliances & R&D Diligence

Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; California; Hybrid; USD 203,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Stock options

Paid time off

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a Director of Alliance Management based in Irvine with a hybrid work model.

The role partners with Business Development and cross‑functional teams to drive alliance milestones, governance, and value creation for development and commercialization collaborations. The successful candidate will have 15+ years in pharma, with 7+ years in global alliances, and strong negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (MBA or PhD).
• 15+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience with at least 7 years in global alliance and project management.
• Proven track record negotiating and collaborating across organizations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Solid understanding of clinical development, regulatory, and commercialization.

Responsibilities

• Lead alliance management strategy and governance for multiple collaborations.
• Interface with strategic partners and internal cross‑functional teams to meet milestones and maximize value.
• Oversee due diligence activities with Business Development and cross‑functional experts.
• Prepare summaries and recommendations for R&D leadership on alliance opportunities.
• Manage integration planning for licensed or acquired assets and partnerships.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

Negotiation

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

MBA or PhD preferred

Tools

Contract management

Job description

Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a Director of Alliance Management based in Irvine with a hybrid work model.

The role partners with Business Development and cross‑functional teams to drive alliance milestones, governance, and value creation for development and commercialization collaborations. The successful candidate will have 15+ years in pharma, with 7+ years in global alliances, and strong negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.