External Innovation, Associate Director

Role: Associate Director of External Innovation, responsible for analyzing and monitoring external biotech and pharmaceutical opportunities, contributing to strategic evaluation of collaborations and acquisitions aligned with corporate goals. Key responsibilities include conducting landscape assessments, preparing evaluation summaries, engaging with scientific and clinical experts, and managing cross-functional relationships and governance meetings. Skills & Qualifications: advanced scientific degree (Ph.D., M.D., Pharm.D., D.V.M.) with 7+ years industry experience in biotech or pharma, preferably with drug discovery and early development expertise; experience in financial modeling and external market analysis is a plus. High-Value: focus on drug discovery and early development, cross-functional stakeholder engagement, technology-enabled insights, hybrid work model with flexible options. The role emphasizes scientific, clinical, regulatory, and commercial integration, requiring strong communication, synthesis abilities, and leadership impact across teams.