Strategic Corporate Partnerships Director

Aphios Corporation; Reading (MA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Part time

Job summary

Aphios Corporation, located in North Reading, MA, is seeking an experienced Board Director specialized in Strategic Partnerships within the biotech and pharma sectors. This role requires expertise in structuring licensing, co-development, and commercialization deals, especially with major pharma companies. Compensation is equity-based, designed for long-term value in line with IPO goals. The ideal candidate has held executive roles and possesses a robust network in the industry. This role offers flexibility with remote work options.

Qualifications

• Former Head / VP / SVP of Business Development or Corporate Strategy at a major pharma or biotech company.
• Proven experience in multi-million or billion-dollar licensing / co-development deals.
• Deep network across Big Pharma, biotech, and strategic partners.

Responsibilities

• Structuring and executing strategic partnerships with large pharma and biotech.
• Supporting business development strategy and deal execution.
• Contributing to IPO-stage value creation.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

Business development

Licensing agreements

Negotiation skills

Job description

Board of Directors – Biotech / Pharma Partnerships

North Reading, MA / Remote
Strategic Partnerships | Business Development | Biotech / Pharma
Board Director (Equity-Based)
Job Code: APH-2603

Aphios Corporation, a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing proprietary nanotechnology-enabled therapeutics, is seeking a Board Director focused on Strategic Corporate Partnerships as the company prepares for future capital formation and public-market readiness (NASDAQ/NYSE uplisting).

Role Focus

• Structuring and executing strategic partnerships with large pharma and biotech
• Licensing, co-development, and commercialization agreements
• Building long-term alliances that drive enterprise and shareholder value
• Supporting business development strategy and deal execution

Ideal Background

• Former Head / VP / SVP of Business Development or Corporate Strategy at a major pharma or biotech company
• Proven experience in multi-million or billion-dollar licensing / co-development deals
• Deep network across Big Pharma, biotech, and strategic partners
• Experience supporting partnering discussions, diligence, and negotiations at the Board or executive level

Current Board Composition

Aphios, a clinical-stage biotechnology company with three Board members, is expanding governance capabilities to support:

• Commercial and strategic partnership expertise
• Capital formation and investor engagement
• Public-market readiness

Why This Role Matters

• Shaping strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies
• Supporting licensing and co-development transactions
• Enhancing investor confidence and strategic positioning
• Contributing to IPO-stage value creation

Compensation

• Equity-based compensation only (no cash)
• Structured for long‑term value creation aligned with IPO trajectory

Legal Notice

Aphios Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.