Shape GSK’s future by identifying and securing external partnerships that drive innovation and growth
Lead efforts to evaluate and help execute strategic business development deals that align with GSK’s R&D priorities
Work closely with cross-functional teams
Conduct technical evaluation and due diligence activities that ensure an in-depth understanding of strategic investment opportunities
Bring forward business cases to internal governance bodies to secure endorsement
Engage with the life science investment and biotech community
Establishing and leading initial technical evaluation and formal diligence processes
Maintain a high level of external visibility, ensuring GSK appears as the Partner of Choice for the Biotech community
Requirements
Advanced degree in the life sciences (such as MS, PhD, PharmD, MD)
5 or more years in drug discovery or development with a focus on one or more of the respiratory, immunology or inflammation therapeutic areas
5 or more years of experience in pharmaceutical business development, deal sheet submission required
PhD / MD, plus ideally a post-doc or MBA experience, or equivalent (preferred)
5 or more years of experience in business development in a multinational pharmaceutical company setting (preferred)
Experience in pharmaceutical R&D, demonstrating international experience in multiple cultures and drug discovery / clinical environments (preferred)
Strong scientific reputation in drug discovery and development (preferred)
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with senior executive teams (preferred)
Proven innovation-driven leadership abilities in a drug discovery environment with demonstrable knowledge of drug development (preferred)
A strong track record of building successful internal/external partnership and collaboration relationships, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and awareness (preferred)
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence experienced professionals and executives (preferred)
Ability to think critically, creatively and to anticipate and solve problems (preferred)
Ability to navigate and be successful in a fast-paced, matrixed work environment (preferred)
Excellent communication skills (preferred)
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
drug discoverydrug developmentbusiness developmenttechnical evaluationdue diligencestrategic investmentdeal sheet submissionclinical environmentslife sciencestherapeutic areas
Soft skills
communicationleadershipcollaborationcritical thinkingcreativityproblem-solvingcultural sensitivityinfluencevisibilityrelationship building