Senior Director, Biotech BD & Corporate Strategy

Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC.; Seal Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 178,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Director/Senior Director, Business Development & Corporate Strategy at Dendreon in Seal Beach, CA, leads growth through partnerships, licensing, and corporate development initiatives in oncology and immunotherapy.

This role requires 7-10+ years BD experience in biotech/pharma, an MBA/PhD/MD, and proven ability to source and negotiate high-impact transactions across global markets. On-site collaboration with R&D, Regulatory, Finance, and Legal is essential.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years in biotech/pharma BD with a track record of deals.
• Advanced degree: MBA, PhD, or MD.
• Experience leading BD, M&A, licensing, or investment transactions.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth via strategic partnerships and corporate development.
• Lead global sourcing, diligence, and deal execution.
• Collaborate with R&D, Regulatory, Finance, Legal for value realization.
• Represent Dendreon at industry conferences and partnerships.

Skills

BD leadership

M&A experience

Licensing

Investment transactions

Executive communication

Education

MBA/PhD/MD or equivalent

Job description

Director/Senior Director, Business Development & Corporate Strategy at Dendreon in Seal Beach, CA, leads growth through partnerships, licensing, and corporate development initiatives in oncology and immunotherapy.

This role requires 7-10+ years BD experience in biotech/pharma, an MBA/PhD/MD, and proven ability to source and negotiate high-impact transactions across global markets. On-site collaboration with R&D, Regulatory, Finance, and Legal is essential.