Director / Senior Director, Corporate Development & Strategy

Role: Lead and support Ironwood's corporate strategy and business development efforts, focusing on GI and rare diseases. Responsibilities: Drive strategic planning, portfolio prioritization, and competitive intelligence; evaluate and execute licensing, partnership, acquisition opportunities; develop business cases integrating scientific, clinical, financial, and market data; support deal negotiations and amendments; collaborate across functions including R&D, Finance, Commercial, and Investor Relations. Requirements: BA/BS; 8+ years (Director) or 10+ years (Senior Director) in biotech/pharma, with experience in corporate development, strategy, or investment banking; proven success in licensing, partnerships, and acquisitions; strong analytical skills, financial modeling, and strategic analysis expertise; excellent communication and relationship management skills. Preferred: Experience in GI and/or rare disease therapeutic areas; familiarity with Board materials and investor communications. High-value: focus on GI and rare diseases, involvement in strategic planning, partnerships, licensing, and acquisitions within the biotech/pharma sector. Work setup: Not specified, but extensive cross-functional and external collaboration implied. Travel: 10-20% domestically and internationally.