Now Hiring - Pharmaceutical Associate Director, Business Development in Seattle, WA
Pharmaceutical Associate Director, Business Development in Seattle, WA
Associate Director, Business Development
Company Description
Zymeworks is a publicly listed (NASDAQ:ZYME) clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of next-generation, biospecific and multifunctional biotherapeutics, initially focused on the treatment of cancer. Zymeworks' suite of complementary therapeutic platforms and its fully-integrated drug development engine provide the flexibility and compatibility to precisely engineer and develop highly-differentiated product candidates.
Why Work With Us
Nothing is more critical to our success than the quality of our team. The work we do is meaningful and impactful - we care about each other as well as the patients we serve. We offer challenging career opportunities, competitive benefits and an environment that recognizes and rewards performance.
Zymeworks is proudly headquartered in our brand new, net-zero facility located in the vibrant Main St biotech hub of Vancouver, BC, with operations in Seattle, WA, San Francisco, CA and Dublin, Ireland. We offer a hybrid work environment with most team members working in-office three days per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Contributes to the strategic planning, direction and support of business/strategic development initiatives.
- Sources, evaluates and co-leads/leads licensing opportunities including contract negotiations and diligence.
- Leads the coordination and timely execution of alliance activities.
- Contributes to the commercial assessment of assets an deal terms.
- Develops, manages and coordinates projects. In collaboration with senior staff prepares project budgets, reconciles invoices and ensures timely payments as project milestones are achieved.
- Maintains open and proactive lines of communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Creates reports, dossiers and data packages relating to business and/or operational activities.
- Represents the company at scientific, investor and partnering conferences.
- May manage and/or mentor other team members. Ensures team members understand departmental objectives, specifications, deliverables, timelines and tasks.
- Actively works to foster an environment of effective and collaborative working relationships amongst employees, management and external partners.
Qualifications and Experience
- Post-graduate degree (business/relevant scientific discipline) and a minimum of 8 years’ related experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to lead through example and to establish an environment fostering effective and collaborative working relationships.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage concurrent deliverables and work effectively in a challenging, milestone-driven environment.
- Ability to collaborate and partner with internal and external stakeholders to build relationships, influence effectively and execute on strategies and initiatives.
- Successful track record in business development in a supporting role: developing, negotiating and securing licensing partnership and acquisition deals from initial terms to deal closure.
- A strong understanding of pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, drug development process and trends and business strategy.
- Demonstrated understanding of the competitor landscape.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage concurrent deliverables and work effectively in a challenging, milestone-driven environment.
- Results-oriented with excellent attention to detail.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively and professionally to internal and external audiences.
Total Rewards
We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, which includes competitive salaries, generous benefits, an outstanding work environment, and excellent opportunities for professional growth. We regularly benchmark our compensation against leading biotechnology companies in our geographies.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $146,000 - $224,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by a variety of factors and the salary offered may vary depending on the successful candidate’s location and qualifications (including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, education, training, skills, and experience).
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Industry leading vacation and paid time off
- Excellent health and wellness benefits
- Zymelife health and wellness benefits
- Paid time off to volunteer in your community
- Matching RRSP / 401K program
- Employee Share Purchase Program
- Employee Equity Program
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability.
NOTE TO AGENCIES: Zymeworks values our relationships with our recruiting partners. We only accept resumes from those partners who have been contracted with us. Zymeworks is not responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited or are received without contract.
Zymeworks
201 to 500 Employees
2003
Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology
www.zymeworks.com
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