Analyst II, Business Development

Role Summary

The Business Development Analyst will support the Business Development Team and other corporate leaders with a wide range of projects including assessment of industry trends, research and data analysis of BD opportunities and therapeutic areas from market opportunity, unmet need, clinical, regulatory, commercial, and intellectual property perspectives, contract review and negotiation, and assistance in the organization of information around current and potential future alliances.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed scientific, commercial, and clinical analysis of new asset opportunities
• Engage with cross-functional teams in conducting due diligence of business ideas to ensure proper fit within the broader organization
• Present decks cogently summarizing analyses and recommendations relating to the business development landscape for particular indications
• Gather competitive analysis, and lead assigned secondary market research as directed
• Perform strategic and financial analyses, decision support and analyzing new business initiatives
• Initiate and further develop business relationships
• Participate in the structuring, drafting, and negotiating of term sheets and agreements, partnering with Legal, BD, Finance, and others
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, translation, and entrepreneurship within Tarsus

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of work experience in biotech or pharma innovation, business development, life sciences consulting, equity research, or buy-side role a plus
• Self-motivation and an affinity for a start-up, entrepreneurial environment is a must
• Creativity, overcoming obstacles and can-do approach
• Ability to critically evaluate scientific literature
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels
• Ophthalmic industry experience a plus
• Initiative and "self-starter" attitude strongly valued

Education

• Undergraduate degree in Life Sciences (biochemistry, biology, bioengineering, or other related field) or masters in biotechnology

Additional Requirements

• The position will be based in our Irvine office with a hybrid work environment; remote is an option
• This position reports directly into the Director, Business Development
• Some travel may be required – up to 30%