VP, Biotech Partnerships & Portfolio Strategy

KCR Placement; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 275,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Life insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Paid time off

Job summary

ICON is seeking a Vice President, General Partner to drive sponsor partnerships across its biotech portfolio. You will lead strategic R&D programs, align sponsors with global leaders, and oversee governance and delivery across regions.

Based in Boston, MA, the role requires 10+ years in biotech leadership, strong regulatory and clinical operations knowledge, and travel up to 40%. This senior position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of senior leadership in biotech R&D, CRO, or life sciences consulting.
• At least 10 years managing clinical development operations or clinical project management in biotech.
• Proven record of leading within large biotech or CRO organizations, with people development.
• Broad knowledge of clinical operations, including PM, monitoring, data management, regulatory affairs, and medical writing.
• Strong understanding of FDA, GCP, and ICH guidelines.
• Executive-level influencing, negotiation, and cross-regional collaboration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to translate complex info into clear recommendations.
• Residence in Boston, MA and willingness to travel up to 40%.

Responsibilities

• Serve as executive owner for sponsor relationships across ICON Biotech portfolio.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership across full drug development programs.
• Partner with global leaders to align strategy and ensure seamless operations.
• Contribute strategic input to proposals, program designs, and delivery approaches.
• Represent ICON in governance meetings and bid defenses with clear perspective.
• Identify risks and barriers; mobilize leaders to drive timely resolution.
• Lead and develop senior colleagues and cross-functional teams.
• Deliver concise executive communications to support informed decisions.

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategic partnerships

Executive communication

Relationship management

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory understanding

Drug development lifecycle

Negotiation

Travel readiness

Boston resident

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

ICON is seeking a Vice President, General Partner to drive sponsor partnerships across its biotech portfolio. You will lead strategic R&D programs, align sponsors with global leaders, and oversee governance and delivery across regions.

Based in Boston, MA, the role requires 10+ years in biotech leadership, strong regulatory and clinical operations knowledge, and travel up to 40%. This senior position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.