Pharmaceutical Business Development Manager

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Stock options

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a client in identifying a strategic Pharmaceutical Business Development Manager for a fully remote role in the United States. The position targets growth through licensing, co-development, and strategic partnerships, requiring a seasoned BD leader with deep pharma/biotech knowledge.

Candidates should have an MBA or relevant scientific Master’s degree, at least 5 years in BD or corporate development, and a proven ability to close complex deals.

Qualifications

• MBA or relevant Master’s in science field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years in business development or corporate development within pharma/biotech.
• Proven track record of identifying, negotiating, and closing complex deals.
• Strong understanding of drug development, market dynamics, and IP.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate BD opportunities, including licensing, co-development, and partnerships.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify growth areas and targets.
• Build and maintain a network within pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
• Lead negotiations for complex agreements aligned with objectives and financial targets.
• Develop business cases and presentations to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with R&D, commercial, and legal teams throughout the deal process.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Market analysis

Networking

Communication

Education

MBA

Master's in Pharmacy/Biochemistry

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and ambitious Pharmaceutical Business Development Manager to identify and secure new partnership opportunities for their innovative product pipeline. This fully remote role requires a proactive individual with a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology landscape, market trends, and strategic alliances. You will be responsible for scouting potential collaborators, negotiating complex deals, and driving growth through strategic partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions. This is an exciting chance to shape the future direction of the company and contribute to significant market expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential business development opportunities, including licensing, co-development, and strategic partnerships.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify strategic growth areas and potential targets.
• Build and maintain a strong network of contacts within the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
• Lead negotiations for complex agreements, ensuring alignment with company objectives and financial targets.
• Develop compelling business cases and presentations to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal R&D, commercial, and legal teams throughout the deal process.

Requirements

• MBA, Master's degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Pharmacy, Biochemistry), or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, strategic alliances, or corporate development within the pharmaceutical or biotech sector.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying, negotiating, and closing complex deals.
• Strong understanding of drug development processes, market dynamics, and intellectual property.
• Excellent financial modeling, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, comfortable working remotely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Stock options or equity participation.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and remote work expenses.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles.