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Actalent • Waltham, MA 02454 • Posted 8 days ago

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The Scientist at Actalent will establish external business opportunities for out-licensing, co-development, and other structured transactions and spin-off/acquisitions. This role involves leading the development and presentation of business cases, driving cross-functional due diligence and alliance management, and contributing to the definition and revision of business development & licensing strategy. The position requires Mandarin and English bilingual proficiency and a Master's degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

  • Establish external business opportunities for out-licensing, co-development, and other structured transactions and spin-off/acquisitions.
  • Lead the development and presentation of business cases of prioritized external opportunities with recommendations to the management team.
  • Lead driving cross-functional due diligence and alliance management.
  • Coordinate with R&D, CMC, Clinical, Regulatory, Operations, and Finance and executive reporting.
  • Be the main BD contact person in some instances.
  • Lead BD operations and transactions including proposals and TS developments, negotiations, deal closure and alliance management.
  • Contribute to the definition and revision of business development & licensing strategy.

Qualifications

Required

  • Mandarin and English bilingual required.
  • Master's degree in science, MBA, MD, Ph.D in pharmacology, immunology, cancer biology or related field in Biomedical Sciences is strongly preferred.
  • A minimum of 2+ years of experience in business development, R&D, or strategic planning in the life science industry.
  • Ample knowledge of business development/licensing and pharmaceutical R&D.
  • Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated capability in communication and presentation skills.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions, connecting companies with experts in various industries. They offer a wide range of engineering and sciences services, tailored to meet each client's unique needs, in industries like aerospace, defense, consumer products, life sciences, transportation, utilities, and construction. Actalent believes in the power of people and focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion while providing rewarding career opportunities.

Full Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

-Establish external business opportunities for out-licensing, co-development, and other structured transactions and spin-off/acquisitions.

-Lead the development and presentation of business cases of prioritized external opportunities with recommendations to the management team with robust analyses, key assumptions, and risks, as well as internal and external input where necessary.

-Lead driving cross-functional due diligence and alliance management, coordinate with R&D, CMC, Clinical, Regulatory, Operations, and Finance and executive reporting, in some instances be the main BD contact person.

-Lead BD operations and transactions including proposals and TS developments, negotiations, deal closure and alliance management.

-Contribute to the definition and revision of business development & licensing strategy that is in line with overall corporate and portfolio strategies.

Qualifications

- Mandarin and English bilingual required.

- Master's degree in science, MBA, MD, Ph.D in pharmacology, immunology, cancer biology or related field in Biomedical Sciences is strongly preferred

- A minimum of 2+ years of experience in business development, R&D, or strategic planning in the life science industry.

- Ample knowledge of business development/licensing and pharmaceutical R&D

Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills and experience.

- Demonstrated capability in communication and presentation skills tailored to different internal and external stakeholders.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.