Associate Director/Director of Business Development

Cambridge, MA, United States

Associate Director/Director of Business Development - Antibody Therapeutics

Company Overview

HiFiBiO Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotech driving a robust clinical pipeline of transformative immunotherapies targeting cancer and autoimmune diseases. HiFiBiO achieves an unprecedented understanding of immune modulation in human diseases by pioneering a unique high-resolution translational platform, Drug Intelligence Science (DIS), which combines unique single-cell capabilities with AI/ML approaches. Using patient samples, DIS enables the discovery of novel targets, effective antibody drugs, and predictive biomarkers to enhance the probability of success for immunotherapies. HiFiBiO has established partnerships with major multinational pharmaceutical and biotech companies and has been recognized as one of the 2023 Fierce 15 biotech companies. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Director/Director of Business Development to join our team and drive our strategic growth initiatives.

Position Summary

The Associate Director/Director of Business Development will play a pivotal role in shaping, supporting, and executing HiFiBiO Therapeutics’ business development strategy. This role requires a deep understanding of the biopharmaceutical landscape, particularly in antibody therapeutics and immunotherapies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in licensing, strategic partnerships, and driving business growth within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.

Key Responsibilities

*Strategic Planning, Analysis, and Execution: Support business development team to drive company strategies and innovative solutions towards successful implementation.

Identify and evaluate potential business opportunities, including partnerships, collaborations, and licensing agreements.

Conduct thorough market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive dynamics within the immunotherapy landscape.

Monitor industry developments and emerging technologies to inform business development strategies.

*Licensing and Partnerships:

Support and lead negotiations and manage the end-to-end process of in-licensing and out-licensing agreements, ensuring alignment with internal strategic goals.

Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, academic institutions, and other potential partners.

Oversee and manage strategic alliances, ensuring effective collaboration, mutual benefit, and the achievement of shared objectives through proactive relationship management, conflict resolution, and continuous performance evaluation.

*Cross-functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with internal teams, including R&D, legal, finance, and communications, to ensure alignment and successful execution of business development initiatives.

Provide strategic input to senior management and contribute to corporate strategy discussions.

*Financial and Contractual Oversight:

Develop financial models and business cases to support decision-making processes.

Oversee the negotiation and drafting of term sheets, agreements, and contracts.

Qualifications

*Education:

Advanced degree in life sciences, business, or a related field (PhD, MBA, or equivalent preferred).

*Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, licensing, or strategic partnerships within the biopharmaceutical industry.

Proven track record in successfully negotiating and closing licensing deals and strategic alliances.

Deep understanding of antibody therapeutics and immunotherapies.

*Skills and Competencies:

Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.

Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills and a comfort level interacting with senior executives.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Ability to understand complex scientific ideas and effectively communicate with key internal and external stakeholders in exceptional verbal and written communication.

Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.

High level of integrity and professionalism.

Experience collaborating with colleagues across countries and cultures.

*Additional Requirements:

The candidate is required to work on-site at HiFiBiO Therapeutics’ Cambridge, MA location.

As part of the role, the successful candidate will be required to travel up to 25% of the time.

Benefits We Offer

HiFiBiO is committed to the health and well-being of our team members and offers a variety of benefits supporting our diverse employee base.

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (100% covered)

HSA & FSA Spending Accounts

Dependent Care Pre-tax Account

Parking and Commuter Pre-tax Account

Flexible Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays and Sick Time (40 hours per year)

401(K) Plan

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Collaborative and innovative work environment

Join us at HiFiBiO Therapeutics and be a part of our mission to revolutionize immunotherapy and improve patient outcomes worldwide!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, marital status or any other protected Federal/National, State/Province, or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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