Two Directors of Search & Evaluation will lead strategic sourcing and evaluation of external innovation opportunities in Hematology and Cardiovascular/Renal therapeutic areas. Embedded within each Therapeutic Area Leadership Team, these leaders will identify and advance high-potential assets from preclinical through Phase 1 clinical stages, shape early partnering strategies, and drive transactions in collaboration with Business Development. The position is based in Zurich (preferred) or Maidenhead, UK, with a hybrid office/home working model and significant business travel.
Tasks
- Serve as the senior Early Search & Evaluation leader within the Therapeutic Area Leadership Team, influencing therapeutic strategy and ensuring external innovation priorities are integrated into portfolio planning.
- Lead proactive sourcing and scouting efforts for preclinical and Phase 1 assets, building a robust pipeline of opportunities aligned with therapeutic area strategy.
- Co-lead internal meetings (with Late Search Lead) focused on evaluating and prioritizing New Product Opportunities within each therapeutic area.
- Develop and execute early partnering strategies, including onboarding approaches and competitive positioning for priority assets.
- Drive cross-functional due diligence for each opportunity, coordinating scientific, clinical, regulatory, and commercial assessments to inform governance decisions.
- Partner closely with Business Development and Regional Ecosystem Leads to advance high-priority opportunities through negotiation and deal close, ensuring seamless handoff and execution.
- Represent the therapeutic area externally, leading sourcing activities at specialized conferences and cultivating relationships with biotech, academia, and investment communities.
Requirements
- Significant tenure in biopharma with significant experience in external innovation, search & evaluation, or business development.
- Advanced degree required (PhD, MD, or equivalent).
- Deep scientific expertise in Hematology or Cardiovascular/Renal therapeutic areas.
- Proven track record of leading due diligence and closing early-stage deals.
- Strong network within biotech, academia, and pharma business development organizations.
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