Director, Regional Ecosystem Lead

Role: Director, Regional Ecosystem Lead (San Diego), focused on external innovation and partnership development within biotech, academia, and investment networks to support CSL's pipeline growth. Responsibilities: source and evaluate external opportunities aligned with R&D and portfolio strategies; cultivate relationships with universities, incubators, venture capital firms, and industry bodies; lead deal teams through opportunity identification, due diligence, and transaction closure; represent CSL at local innovation events and industry associations; collaborate with R&D, BD, and legal teams to integrate external assets; provide regional biotech trend insights and maintain internal-external knowledge alignment. Requirements: 12+ years in biopharma, external innovation, or BD; advanced degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent); extensive regional network in biotech, academia, and investment communities; proven track record in sourcing, evaluating, and executing deals; strong relationship-building skills. HighValue: senior leadership role in biotech ecosystems, external innovation, deal execution, strategic partnership development, and regional stakeholder engagement. WorkSetup: remote with travel across the West Coast; salary range $232K–$284K, with potential incentives and equity.