Business Development Director

A2 Bio is a biotech company in Agoura Hills, California. Our goal is to produce a new kind of cell therapy to treat cancers. A2 Bio’s scientists have invented the Tmod™ cell therapy platform to tackle the fundamental challenge in solid tumor treatment—the ability of cancer medicines to distinguish between tumor and normal cells.  The Tmod™ mechanism utilizes two receptors to exploit common, specific gene losses in tumors which demarcate the tumor from normal cells.

A2 Bio is strongly driven by our commitment to highest quality science, passion to revolutionize treatment for solid tumors, and urgency to bring cell therapies to cancer patients. The combination of talented, hard-working people with the robust Tmod™ platform has fueled the advancement of our pipeline and publications in peer-reviewed scientific papers in the cell therapy field.

The Business Development and Corporate Strategy Director will report to the Chief Business Officer. The Director will be responsible for supporting our corporate strategy and strategic partnership activities at A2 Biotherapeutics (A2 Bio). Key activities may include: executing and supporting transactions for licensing, research collaborations, co-development, channel relationships, and other relevant alliances to help grow the Company.

This is a hybrid position in Agoura Hills, CA.

Requirements

• Identify, develop and evaluate potential new business opportunities that would fit within our short- and long-term corporate strategy.
• Manage and support the entire process to source (including landscaping), develop, negotiate, close and implement strategic partnerships and other external transactions.
• Maintain relationships and alliances with our biopharma and diagnostic partners.
• Represent A2 Bio at key conferences and external meetings.
• Lead initiatives in collaboration with other key functions to compile market research, competitive intelligence, opportunity assessments and due diligence reviews.
• Play a key role in capital raising. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS or MS in biology, chemistry, or related areas.
• 8 - 10 years of related experience in the biopharma/life sciences industry, with at least 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Proven track record of varied and impactful transactions. 
• Successful experience working in cross-functional teams with the ability to influence and build consensus among internal stakeholders.
• Healthy professional network within the biopharma and life sciences industry.
• Experience evaluating opportunities and building business cases with evidence.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated strategic and analytical thinking.
• Solid working knowledge of intellectual property and finance.
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA preferred
• Demonstrated resiliency and grit in achieving challenging objectives.
• Background in biological sciences and drug development with familiarity of the cell and gene therapy field.
• Experience in a fast paced, start-up environment. 

PHYSICAL/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS 

• May be required to travel by plane or car up to 25% of the time.
• Day-to-day work includes the use of computers and other office equipment.  
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Occasional evening and weekend work as needed.

Benefits

At A2 Bio, every member of staff plays a critical role in ensuring we deliver on our mission. We recognize that delivering great science means investing in and developing our team. Our benefits programs are just one of the many ways we strive to help our employees take care of themselves and their families. We offer a variety of programs to help meet the needs of our diverse team and will continue to build on our offerings as we grow.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

Competitive base salary and annual incentive opportunities ($180,000 - $240,000)

• Equity participation 
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Life, disability and accident coverage
• Health and wellness programs
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Paid parental leave
• Environment where professional development is actively encouraged and supported.

A2 is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.

For more information, please visit www.a2bio.com.