US Commercial Launch Architect

Zai Lab (US) LLC; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 431,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Vacation and paid time off

Job summary

Zai Lab Limited in South San Francisco, CA is seeking a senior executive to lead the U.S. marketing strategy and the first U.S. commercial launch, plus future launches.

You will own brand strategy, positioning, and launch readiness, coordinating Commercial, Medical, Market Access, Regulatory, and global teams. This role reports to the Operating Partner, builds the U.S. marketing team, partners with R&D, and aligns with global plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, or a related field.
• 15+ years of commercial experience in biopharma, including 10+ years in U.S. marketing.
• MBA/PhD or other advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead U.S. launch planning for the first launch and future pipeline launches.
• Develop U.S. brand strategy, identity, positioning, and core messaging.
• Partner with R&D and Global Leaders to shape asset strategy and value proposition.
• Lead cross-functional U.S. launch team across Medical, Market Access, Regulatory, Sales, and Supply Chain.
• Inform pricing, payer strategy, and patient support programs.
• Direct multichannel promotional activities and manage agency partners through reviews.
• Manage forecasts, budgets, and KPIs; oversee marketing spend.
• Build and develop the U.S. marketing team; align with global plans.
• Travel up to 25% and engage with key customers and congresses.

Skills

Commercial biopharma experience

US marketing leadership

Launch leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or life sciences

MBA or PhD preferred

Job description

Zai Lab Limited in South San Francisco, CA is seeking a senior executive to lead the U.S. marketing strategy and the first U.S. commercial launch, plus future launches.

You will own brand strategy, positioning, and launch readiness, coordinating Commercial, Medical, Market Access, Regulatory, and global teams. This role reports to the Operating Partner, builds the U.S. marketing team, partners with R&D, and aligns with global plans.