Senior Director, Biopharma Partnerships & Licensing

Neurocrine Continental; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

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Job summary

Neurocrine Biosciences in San Diego seeks a senior Business Development leader to identify, evaluate, and advance licensing opportunities and strategic partnerships in the biopharmaceutical space.

You will lead due diligence, valuation, and deal structuring, coordinate cross-functional teams, and advise senior leadership on opportunities that impact the pipeline and overall business strategy.

This role requires a strong scientific or financial background and a track record of complex transactions.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in life sciences, finance, business, or a similar field AND 10+ years of applicable experience in business development, venture capital, investment research, investment banking, corporate development, or a related area; biotechnology/pharmaceutical scientific experience preferred OR Master’s degree in a scientific field AND 8+ y

Responsibilities

• Leads complex business development transactions and strategic partnering initiatives from initial identification and evaluation through diligence, negotiation, contracting, execution, and transition, as applicable
• Independently identifies and evaluates external assets, technologies, platforms, and companies that align with the Company's strategic priorities and pipeline objectives
• Leads cross-functional internal and external teams supporting business development opportunities, establishing workplans, decision points, timelines, and deliverables
• Directs scientific, clinical, commercial, intellectual property, financial, and operational due diligence in partnership with subject matter experts; synthesizes findings into clear recommendations for senior leadership
• Leads valuation analyses and business case development for potential transactions, integrating scientific risk, development assumptions, market opportunity, competitive dynamics, and deal economics
• Develops transaction strategy and leads or plays a significant role in deal structuring, term sheet development, contract review, and negotiations in close collaboration with Legal, IP, Finance, and other partners
• Provides strategic recommendations regarding the prioritization and advancement of business development opportunities based on Company strategy, portfolio needs, and external market dynamics
• Maintains deep knowledge of industry trends, companies, therapeutic areas, emerging technologies, treatment modalities, and competitive landscapes relevant to the Company
• Partners closely with Research and Development and other functions to define areas of strategic interest and translate internal priorities into external search and evaluation activities
• Builds and maintains relationships with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, investors, bankers, advisors, and other external partners to support sourcing and transaction activity
• Represents the Company in partnering meetings and conferences and develops high-quality presentations, proposals, and decision materials for internal and external audiences
• Provides functional expertise and mentorship to less-experienced colleagues and may lead critical projects or workstreams without direct people-management responsibility
• Contributes to the development and continuous improvement of Business Development processes, tools, best practices, and team infrastructure
• Ensures all interactions and activities are conducted in compliance with internal policies, governmental regulations, and applicable best practices
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Business Development

Strategic Partnerships

Due Diligence

Cross-functional leadership

Education

BS/BA in life sciences/finance/business

Master’s degree in scientific field

Job description

Neurocrine Biosciences in San Diego seeks a senior Business Development leader to identify, evaluate, and advance licensing opportunities and strategic partnerships in the biopharmaceutical space.

You will lead due diligence, valuation, and deal structuring, coordinate cross-functional teams, and advise senior leadership on opportunities that impact the pipeline and overall business strategy.

This role requires a strong scientific or financial background and a track record of complex transactions.