Director, Business Development

Jade Biosciences

. Lead or play a central role in business development activities, including in-licensing, out-licensing, co-development and co-commercialization agreements, research collaborations, platform partnerships, option-based deals, supply agreements, geographic licensing arrangements, joint ventures, and structured transactions .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $250,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business development within biotech or life sciences, focusing on technology licensing, research collaborations, and strategic transactions. Proven ability to synthesize scientific, clinical, and financial information to support executive-level decision-making and negotiations.

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Business DevelopmentTechnology LicensingStrategic TransactionsNegotiation SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Valuation FrameworksCompetitive AssessmentsTransaction RationaleTerm Sheet StructuringFinancial Frameworks

Soft Skills

Strategic JudgmentRelationship BuildingExecutive-Level CommunicationConfidential Process ManagementCross-Functional Instincts

Certifications & Qualifications

MBAMDPhD

Industry Keywords

BiotechLife SciencesR&DRegulatory DynamicsTherapeutic Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead or play a central role in business development activities, including in-licensing, out-licensing, co-development and co-commercialization agreements, research collaborations, platform partnerships, option-based deals, supply agreements, geographic licensing arrangements, joint ventures, and structured transactions
Coordinate cross-functional diligence involving R&D, technical operations/CMC, clinical, regulatory, legal, IP, finance, commercial, and executive leadership
Develop business cases, valuation frameworks, competitive assessments, and transaction rationale
Structure, negotiate, and finalize term sheets, letters of intent, confidentiality agreements, and definitive agreements
Support presentations and recommendations for senior management, executive committees, and the Board of Directors
Build and maintain relationships with biotechnology peers, pharmaceutical companies, and academic institutions
Serve as a key contact for existing and prospective partners
Support alliance transition and post-signing governance
Partner with leaders across research, development, manufacturing, commercial, finance, legal, intellectual property, investor relations, and corporate strategy
Drive internal alignment on external opportunities by synthesizing scientific, clinical, strategic, operational, and financial considerations
Contribute to portfolio prioritization, long-range planning, and strategic reviews
Develop financial frameworks to analyze potential transactions
Report to the CFO

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience in business development within biotech or life sciences, with a strong focus on technology licensing, research collaborations, and strategic transactions
Deep understanding of the scientific, clinical, and regulatory dynamics that drive value in therapeutic development
Ability to engage credibly with R&D and development teams
Proven track record of successfully negotiating and closing complex transactions
Strong strategic judgment and financial and transactional acumen
Ability to synthesize scientific, clinical, and financial information into clear recommendations for senior leadership
Executive-level visibility and discretion
Experience managing confidential processes across internal and external stakeholders
Strong cross-functional instincts and ability to build alignment across diverse teams
MBA, MD or PhD preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Periodic travel to team and company events