Senior Director, Business Development

Senior Director, Business Development
Location: San Diego preferred; flexible for the right candidate
Reports to: CFO

Overview
A clinical?stage biotechnology company is seeking a Senior Director of Business Development to lead strategic partnering efforts, with a primary focus on out?licensing R&D?stage programs. This role will drive partnership strategy, lead transactions end?to?end, and serve as a key interface between internal teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead out?licensing initiatives and advance strategic partnering opportunities across the pipeline.
• Develop business development materials, including non?confidential decks and outreach content.
• Identify, engage, and manage relationships with potential biotech and pharmaceutical partners.
• Lead cross?functional due diligence, coordinating scientific, clinical, regulatory, and commercial inputs.
• Structure, negotiate, and execute partnership agreements from initial outreach through deal close.
• Provide strategic recommendations on deal structures and partnering approaches.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, competitive activity, and relevant transactions.
• Build and leverage a strong industry network to support partnership objectives.
• Collaborate with internal leadership to evaluate opportunities and align on priorities.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a life science discipline preferred (PhD, MD, or Master’s).
• 10+ years of business development experience in biotech or pharma.
• Proven track record leading licensing or strategic partnership transactions.
• Experience with siRNA therapeutics or cardiovascular/metabolic disease areas strongly preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and project?management skills.
• Experience in corporate development, strategy, or competitive intelligence is a plus.