Associate Director, Business Development & Strategy

Summary

• Responsibility: Driving partnering and out-licensing for Valink’s assets and platform technologies, evaluation of in-licensing opportunities, assisting with expansion of Valink presence in the US.
• Salary: Competitive salary with benefits, bonus.
• Start date: As soon as possible.
• Location: Cambridge, MA, USA
• Title commensurate to experience.

About us:
Valink Therapeutics revolutionizes the discovery of bispecific antibody drug conjugates (bsADCs). We have the world’s most advanced drug discovery platform for complex modalities, able to process >1,000 drug candidates per week. Our approach yields a multitude of opportunities for in-house development as well as partnering at multiple stages, with globally unmatched first-inclass innovation. Valink has raised over $20M in funding to date.

The company has recently set up its headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with local CEO and board-level leadership. Valink has a fully-owned subsidiary in London, UK, delivering its research operations. The company is spun-out from the University of Oxford, with a mission to revolutionize the field of bispecific antibody drug conjugates (bsADC) against cancer.

Job Description:
Valink is at the forefront of innovation in advanced modalities. Next to a multitude of best-in-class assets, we are recognized as driving true innovation at scale. Join us to leverage our innovations and capabilities to drive development of new medicines. You will work directly with the CEO as we are establishing our US presence. Beyond traditional business and corporate development, the role also includes opportunities for strategic input and contribution to US expansion and company operations. This is a unique opportunity for a high calibre and motivated business development professional in an early to intermediate stage of their career to experience and drive fast-paced innovation and partnering, working closely with senior leadership of the company and reporting directly to the CEO. This role will play a pivotal role in shaping Valink’s global partnering strategy, driving key collaborations and establishing Valink’s US presence. You will join a company at the perfect time to accelerate its business development - This role combines rapid growth with immediate recognition and long-term potential.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Boston-based CEO to build and execute business development strategy
• Strategically position Valink’s assets and platform for collaboration and out-licensing
• Evaluate in-licensing opportunities and technologies Structure partnering flow and sourcing, handle follow-ups, assist in closing transactions
• Coordinate and assist in contract and agreement review
• Attend conferences and business development meetings to drive partnering flow
• Assist wider executive team with market assessment and competitive intelligence analyses
• Collaborate with CEO and UK subsidiary in expanding US presence and reach, including input into operational expansion

Candidate Profile

• BSc, MSc or PhD in relevant field (e.g. chemistry, biology, medicine),
  with relevant experience in consulting and/or biopharmaceutical industry
• Strong analytical ability, communication and presentation skills
• Excitement about strategic positioning of assets and identifying opportunities to collaborate with external partners to develop medicines
• Exceptionally organized, with attention to detail
• Proven track record of project delivery in a timely manner
• Travel to conferences, business development meetings as necessary Preferably established in Boston and/or New York pharma BD&L ecosystem

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Stock option plan
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of combined holiday / sick leave plus national holidays
• Health Insurance Benefits: A tailored plan of competitive health benefits will be provided
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company matching contribution
• As well as any other company benefits