Senior Director of Business Development

We are a rapidly advancing mRNA-focused biotechnology company developing next-generation therapeutics across [oncology, vaccines, rare disease, etc.]. As we scale our platform and pipeline, we are seeking a Senior Director of Business Development to lead strategic growth initiatives, partnerships, and capital formation efforts.This individual will play a critical role in shaping corporate strategy, executing high-impact partnerships, and driving fundraising activities across multiple financing stages including Seed through late-stage rounds.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Business DevelopmentLead identification, evaluation, and execution of strategic partnerships including pharma collaborations, licensing deals, and platform partnershipsDevelop and execute long-term corporate development strategy aligned with pipeline and platform expansionBuild and manage relationships with key stakeholders across biotech, pharma, and investment communitiesLead and support fundraising initiatives across Seed, Series A, B, C, D and beyondDevelop and refine investor materials including pitch decks, data rooms, and financial narrativesPartner closely with executive leadership and board to define capital strategy and financing roadmapManage investor outreach, diligence processes, and term sheet negotiationsMaintain ongoing relationships with venture capital firms, crossover investors, and strategic investorsConduct competitive landscape analysis across mRNA and broader nucleic acid therapeutics spaceIdentify emerging trends, white space opportunities, and potential acquisition targetsSupport corporate positioning and external messaging to investors and partnersCross-Functional LeadershipCollaborate with R&D, clinical, regulatory, and finance teams to align BD strategy with scientific and operational milestonesSupport portfolio prioritization and asset-level partnering strategyInterface with legal teams on deal structuring and negotiationsQualificationsBachelor's degree required; advanced degree (PhD, MD, MBA) strongly preferred10+ years of experience in business development, corporate development, or strategy within biotech or pharmaDirect experience in mRNA, RNA therapeutics, or adjacent modalities strongly preferredDemonstrated track record of leading or playing a key role in fundraising across multiple stages including Seed through Series D+Deep network within the biotech investment ecosystem including venture capital and institutional investorsExperience executing complex partnerships, licensing deals, or strategic collaborationsStrong financial acumen and ability to translate scientific data into compelling investment narrativesExcellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsWhat Success Looks LikeSuccessfully leads near-term and long-term fundraising effortsEstablishes high-value strategic partnerships that accelerate pipeline developmentPositions the company as a top-tier mRNA platform in the eyes of investors and partnersBuilds a scalable and repeatable BD and capital strategy functionCompensationCompetitive base salary, performance bonus, and equity package commensurate with experience and stage of company.J-18808-Ljbffr