Pharmaceutical Management Rotational Program Associate

Tonix Pharmaceuticals; Berkeley Heights (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with match

Stock options

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Tonix Pharmaceuticals in the United States seeks a Manager, Corporate Strategy & CEO Initiatives to partner with the CEO and leadership on high-priority projects across strategy, business development, and portfolio optimization.

The role includes competitive intelligence, investor analyses, and cross-functional collaboration, with a hybrid schedule (three days in office across NY/NJ) and a path to future leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• MBA from a top-tier business school.
• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, finance, economics, engineering, or related discipline.
• 3–7 years of experience in management consulting, life sciences strategy, healthcare investing, corporate strategy, business development, or investment banking.
• Demonstrated interest in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare innovation.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities.
• Exceptional PowerPoint, Excel, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of corporate and portfolio strategy.
• Evaluate growth opportunities, partnerships, licensing transactions, and acquisitions.
• Develop strategic analyses to support executive decision-making.
• Conduct competitive intelligence and market assessments.
• Partner directly with the CEO on strategic initiatives and special projects.
• Prepare executive-level presentations, analyses, and board materials.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives involving Commercial, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Finance, and Corporate Development.
• Drive follow-up and execution on key leadership priorities.
• Support diligence efforts for licensing, M&A, and strategic partnership opportunities.
• Build financial models and valuation analyses.
• Assess market attractiveness, competitive positioning, and commercial opportunity.
• Analyze market trends, reimbursement dynamics, and competitive landscapes.
• Evaluate product lifecycle opportunities and portfolio prioritization decisions.
• Support launch planning and long-range strategic planning initiatives.
• Assist with investor-related strategic projects and benchmarking activities.
• Monitor industry trends and peer company performance.

Skills

Financial modeling

PowerPoint

Excel

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

MBA

Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, finance, economics, engineering or related discipline

Job description

Tonix Pharmaceuticals* is a fully integrated, commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on central nervous system (CNS) and immunology treatments in areas of high unmet medical need. TONMYA® (cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets 2.8 mg) is the first new treatment for fibromyalgia in adults in more than 15 years. Tonix’s CNS commercial infrastructure supports its marketed products, including its acute migraine products, Zembrace® Symtouch® (sumatriptan injection 3 mg) and Tosymra® (sumatriptan nasal spray 10 mg). Tonix is investigating TONMYA® in Phase 2 clinical trials to evaluate its potential in major depressive disorder and acute stress disorder/acute stress reaction. Tonix is also advancing a pipeline of immunology programs, including TNX-4800, a Phase 2 ready long-acting human anti- Borrelia OspA monoclonal antibody (mAb) for the prevention of Lyme disease in the U.S., and TNX-1500, a Phase 2 ready third-generation CD40 ligand inhibitor for the prevention of kidney transplant rejection. In addition, the Company is progressing TNX-2900 (intranasal potentiated oxytocin), which is Phase 2 ready for the treatment of Prader-Willi syndrome, a rare disease. To learn more, visit www.tonixpharma.com and follow the Company on LinkedIn and X . *Tonix’s product development candidates are investigational new drugs or biologics; their efficacy and safety have not been established and have not been approved for any indication. Zembrace SymTouch and Tosymra are registered trademarks of Tonix Medicines. TONMYA is a registered trademark of Tonix Pharma Limited. All other marks are property of their respective owners.

Position Overview

The Manager, Corporate Strategy & CEO Initiatives, will serves as a strategic thought partner to the Chief Executive Officer and executive leadership team. This highly visible role is designed for a candidate with a strong foundation in life sciences, finance, consulting, and business strategy. The individual works directly with the CEO on the company's highest-priority initiatives, including corporate strategy, business development, commercial planning, portfolio optimization, competitive intelligence, investor-related analyses, strategic partnerships, and special projects. The role offers unique exposure across all aspects of the business and is intended to develop future leadership talent within Tonix. This role is a hybrid work environment with 3 days in the office, split between the NY and NJ office.

Essential Duties

• Support development and execution of corporate and portfolio strategy.
• Evaluate growth opportunities, partnerships, licensing transactions, and acquisitions.
• Develop strategic analyses to support executive decision-making.
• Conduct competitive intelligence and market assessments.
• Partner directly with the CEO on strategic initiatives and special projects.
• Prepare executive-level presentations, analyses, and board materials.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives involving Commercial, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Finance, and Corporate Development.
• Drive follow-up and execution on key leadership priorities.
• Support diligence efforts for licensing, M&A, and strategic partnership opportunities.
• Build financial models and valuation analyses.
• Assess market attractiveness, competitive positioning, and commercial opportunity.
• Analyze market trends, reimbursement dynamics, and competitive landscapes.
• Evaluate product lifecycle opportunities and portfolio prioritization decisions.
• Support launch planning and long-range strategic planning initiatives.
• Assist with investor-related strategic projects and benchmarking activities.
• Monitor industry trends and peer company performance.

Qualifications

• MBA from a top-tier business school.
• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, finance, economics, engineering, or related discipline.
• 3–7 years of experience in management consulting, life sciences strategy, healthcare investing, corporate strategy, business development, or investment banking.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities.
• Exceptional PowerPoint, Excel, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated interest in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare innovation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in life sciences consulting, healthcare private equity, venture capital, or biopharmaceutical corporate strategy.
• Exposure to valuation, diligence, and transaction support activities.
• Experience preparing executive-level and board-level materials.

Salary Range

Salary Range $90,000 — $150,000 USD * Please note that Tonix does not offer sponsorship for this role.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies Tonix does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Tonix Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Tonix employees or any other company location; Tonix is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&DD Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings 401k with company match and annual discretionary stock options
• Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & Paid Holidays
• Career Development and Training

Tonix provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Tonix complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Tonix expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic, information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.