Senior Manager, Business Development and Operations

Senior Manager, Business Development and Operations Business Development & Operations (BD & Ops) includes everything from setting strategic timelines to monitoring trial data, formulating the program-level strategy, NPV modeling, determining and executing partnership agreements and working cross-functionally with CMC, clinical development, clinical operations, finance and the executive team to drive the program forward. The candidate must have demonstrated excellence at managing diverse stakeholders, many at a very senior level, and exquisite attention to detail. Given the strong focus on science, the candidate must have a strong scientific and/or clinical background. The Senior Manager of BD & Ops reports to Idan Elmelech, Chief Operating Officer, and will be a critically important player who owns & shapes scientific, operational, and cross-functional operations including the scientific and clinical plan, strategy, operational execution, and more. A keen understanding of the scientific underpinnings will be critical. Other responsibilities will include competitive intelligence, NPV modeling, leading team meetings, managing timelines, facilitating optimal functioning of a cross-functional team, and managing industry relationships. You will be relied upon to be a detailed and rational problem-solver who thinks independently, improvises, and inspires excellence in others. Responsibilities • Set, prioritize and manage strategic objectives and assist with deliverables for team members across multiple functions (clinical development, clinical operations, CMC, finance, strategy) • Coordinate team meetings, delegate to technical experts, and ensure optimal team function • Interpret, collate, and communicate key data findings in a succinct manner to senior management • Engage with external partners on business development initiatives • Own the NPV model and execute strategic analyses to inform the direction of the program • Conduct competitive intelligence initiatives and synthesize competitor data to inform clinical development and strategic positioning • Ability & desire to identify problems, locate the resources and find data-driven solutions independent of supervision • Roll-up-your-sleeves and ownership mindset, willingness to help out with the varied needs of driving a drug development program forward Requirements Education and Qualifications • MD or PhD from top-tier academic institutions or commensurate work experience • Operating/program management experience working with a close-knit team at a biotech startup or top tier pharma • Management consulting or banking experience from top tier firm • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills • Ability to think strategically and execute effectively • Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners • Demonstrate creative 'out of the box' thinking to solve complex technical problems and champion innovative technologies to achieve project goals • Commitment, drive, and ownership mindset Work Location The company headquarters are based in South San Francisco, CA. This role is remote with willingness to travel up to 10% of the time. • Join a fast-paced, mission-driven biotech team focused on delivering transformational therapies • Competitive salary, benefits, and meaningful equity participation in a company entering the public market Salary Description $165,000 to $195,000