Vice President of Business Development

Fosun Pharma USA Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Fosun Pharma USA Inc. seeks a Vice President of Business Development to drive licensing and out-licensing for the North American portfolio.

You will evaluate strategic transactions and lead deal teams across R&D, legal, finance, and commercial to shape the US business development strategy. The role requires 10+ years in pharma/biotech BD with a proven deal-making track record, strong negotiation, and the ability to travel internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years in business development, licensing, or corporate development within pharma/biotech.
• Proven track record of leading and closing licensing, out-licensing, or M&A transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end BD process for licensing and out-licensing transactions, including target identification, due diligence, deal structuring, negotiation, and closing.
• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for in-licensing opportunities that align with Fosun's therapeutic area priorities and portfolio gaps.
• Identify and evaluate out-licensing opportunities for existing or de-prioritized assets to maximize their value.
• Build and maintain relationships with biotech, pharma, and academic partners to source and evaluate potential deals.
• Lead cross-functional deal teams spanning R&D, medical, legal, finance, and commercial functions to assess scientific, clinical, regulatory, and commercial merit of opportunities.
• Prepare and present investment recommendations, deal terms, and valuation analyses to senior leadership and governance committees.
• Structure and negotiate term sheets, licensing agreements, and other transaction documents in partnership with legal counsel.
• Collaborate closely with Fosun global headquarters and international affiliates to align US business development strategy with broader corporate objectives.
• Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging science to proactively identify opportunities.
• Represent Fosun Pharma USA at industry conferences and partnering events.

Skills

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

MBA or PhD or MD or JD

Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related

Tools

Financial modeling

Due diligence

Licensing agreements

Job description

Fosun Pharma is a global innovation-driven pharmaceutical and healthcare group committed to improving human health through integrated capabilities in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, and healthcare services. With a strong presence in both established and innovative medicines, Fosun Pharma leverages global R&D, strategic partnerships, and commercialization excellence to deliver high-quality healthcare solutions worldwide.

Fosun Pharma USA serves as a key strategic hub supporting commercialization, business development, and operational functions across North America, while closely collaborating with global headquarters and international affiliates.

Position Summary

Fosun Pharma USA is seeking a Vice President of Business Development to lead licensing and out-licensing activities across the North American portfolio. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic transactions — in-licensing innovative assets to strengthen the pipeline and out-licensing existing assets to maximize their commercial value. The successful candidate will work closely with global R&D, commercial, legal, and executive leadership to shape Fosun's business development strategy in the US market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end business development process for licensing and out-licensing transactions, including target identification, due diligence, deal structuring, negotiation, and closing.
• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for in-licensing opportunities that align with Fosun's therapeutic area priorities and portfolio gaps.
• Identify and evaluate out-licensing opportunities for existing or de-prioritized assets to maximize their value.
• Build and maintain relationships with biotech, pharma, and academic partners to source and evaluate potential deals.
• Lead cross-functional deal teams spanning R&D, medical, legal, finance, and commercial functions to assess scientific, clinical, regulatory, and commercial merit of opportunities.
• Prepare and present investment recommendations, deal terms, and valuation analyses to senior leadership and governance committees.
• Structure and negotiate term sheets, licensing agreements, and other transaction documents in partnership with legal counsel.
• Collaborate closely with Fosun global headquarters and international affiliates to align US business development strategy with broader corporate objectives.
• Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging science to proactively identify opportunities.
• Represent Fosun Pharma USA at industry conferences and partnering events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, PhD, MD, or JD) strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in business development, licensing, or corporate development within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Demonstrated track record of leading and closing licensing, out-licensing, or M&A transactions.
• Strong understanding of drug development, regulatory pathways, and commercial dynamics across therapeutic areas.
• Excellent negotiation, deal structuring, and financial analysis skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across all levels, including senior executives and external partners.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with experience presenting to executive leadership and governance bodies.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Experience working within a global or multinational pharmaceutical organization is a plus.

Why Join Us

You'll have the opportunity to build a Business Development organization from the ground up and play a pivotal leadership role in bringing life changing therapies to patients. As Vice President of Business Development, you will shape the scientific and medical strategy for launch while partnering with a collaborative, science-driven team committed to advancing meaningful treatment for patients and caregivers.

We offer a competitive Benefits Package, including:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match.
• Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Communication Reimbursement
• Company shutdown for the yearend holidays
• Additional benefits include but are not limited to and may depend on eligibility: Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Commuter Spending Accounts, Paid Parental Leave (if eligible), Accident and Critical Illness Insurances, Legal Plans, Identity Theft Protection, Voluntary Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Pet Insurance, and more.

Fosun Pharma USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Fosun's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Fosun Pharma USA Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

Agency Notice

Please note that Fosun Pharma USA Inc. has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions. In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Fosun Pharma USA's Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Fosun will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make any payment to such non-approved third parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Fosun Pharma USA.