Vice President – BioPharma

Adaptive Biotechnologies Corp.

. Set the vision, strategy, operating plan, and long-term growth plans for Adaptive’s BioPharma business .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $261,000 - $391,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading BioPharma business growth, particularly in oncology and autoimmune diseases, while managing strategic partnerships and driving revenue through effective alliance management. Proven ability to develop high-performing teams and deliver strategic insights to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.

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BioPharma Business DevelopmentStrategic Partnerships ManagementOncology Clinical DevelopmentAlliance Governance LeadershipCross-Functional Initiative Leadership

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Hard Skills

Business DevelopmentAlliance ManagementStrategic PlanningRevenue ForecastingMarket AnalysisClinical ResearchNegotiationPresentationProblem-SolvingCustomer Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingCommunicationTeam LeadershipCoachingEngagement

Industry Keywords

BiopharmaBiotechnologyDiagnosticsLife SciencesCompanion DiagnosticsPrecision MedicineReal-World DataClinical Development ProgramsExecutive Business ReviewsCross-Functional Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the vision, strategy, operating plan, and long-term growth plans for Adaptive’s BioPharma business
Translate corporate priorities into a strategic roadmap and position the organization to achieve growth objectives
Ensure an exceptional partner experience throughout clinical development programs
Oversee execution across Business Development, Alliance Management, and Client Data Management
Lead BioPharma business growth in oncology and autoimmune diseases
Develop senior-level relationships with pharma and biotech executives
Identify and execute strategic initiatives driving revenue and market expansion, including CDx, Real-World Data, and commercial partnerships
Build an autoimmune pipeline and provide input to Medical on evidence-generation strategy
Develop strategic customer partnerships to accelerate new product development and enhance biopharma services
Lead alliance management and ensure long-term partnership success
Motivate, engage, coach, and develop a high-performing team
Own the BioPharma commercial pipeline and revenue outlook
Provide market, customer, and competitive insights to leadership
Partner with Commercial, Medical, R&D, Operations, Regulatory, Finance, and Legal leaders
Oversee Client Data Management and ensure timely, accurate, high-quality MRD data delivery and reporting
Drive continuous improvement in processes, client experience, and operational efficiency
Lead annual operating plan, budget, revenue forecast, resource planning, and long-term growth priorities
Deliver executive-level business reviews, strategic recommendations, and portfolio updates
Track revenue, bookings, account retention, strategic-plan execution, growth initiatives, portfolio health, customer satisfaction, and organizational effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree plus 20 years of related experience, or Master's degree plus 18 years of related experience, or PhD plus 12 years of related experience; degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology, Business, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
15+ years of progressive experience in biopharma, biotechnology, diagnostics, clinical research, or life sciences, including business development, alliance management, strategic partnerships, and/or key account management
Established relationships and credibility at senior levels in pharma and biotech
Proven success identifying, negotiating, closing, and expanding complex commercial partnerships with biopharmaceutical and biotechnology companies
10+ years of experience managing strategic biopharma partnerships and leading alliance governance activities, including executive business reviews, steering committees, and cross-functional partnership management
Prior experience leading a function with demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and lead high-performing, customer-facing teams
Experience supporting oncology clinical development programs, biomarker strategies, precision medicine initiatives, companion diagnostics, or related areas
Demonstrated ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives and influence internal and external stakeholders, including R&D, Commercial, Medical, Legal, Finance, Operations, and senior executive leadership
Strong strategic thinking, communication, negotiation, presentation, and problem-solving skills
Willingness to work according to global hours when needed to support global customers
Adaptive is not currently sponsoring candidates requiring work authorization support for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity grant
Bonus eligible
Up to 25% travel may be required
Adaptive is committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams
Reasonable accommodation support for disabled job seekers