Associate Director, Corporate Strategy

PharmaEssentia

. Independently lead high-impact enterprise and therapeutic-area strategy projects, including framing problem statements, structuring analyses, managing workstreams, and delivering recommendations to senior leadership .

Posted 4/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $157,080 - $204,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently lead high-impact enterprise and therapeutic-area strategy projects, including framing problem statements, structuring analyses, managing workstreams, and delivering recommendations to senior leadership
Drive cross-functional strategic initiatives spanning corporate affairs
Own project timelines, stakeholder engagement, and output quality, ensuring projects advance on schedule and deliver clear strategic value
Provide hands-on project management support for AI-related initiatives across Commercial and Medical Affairs functions, including workflow automation, AI-assisted content generation, data analytics, and digital engagement projects
Serve as the primary point of contact with AI and technology vendors, managing day-to-day coordination, deliverable tracking, and vendor performance evaluation
Prepare project updates, status reports, and recommendations for senior leadership on AI initiative progress and ROI
Conduct commercial due diligence on target assets on an ongoing basis, including market sizing, competitive landscape assessment, unmet need analysis, and clinical differentiation evaluation
Engage directly with target company management teams and C-suites to assess organizational capabilities, pipeline depth, and strategic fit
Manage external diligence processes, including coordinating with outside advisors, KOL consultants, and legal counsel on deal terms; maintain relationships with investment bankers and BD intermediaries
Collaborate closely with R&D, Clinical, Commercial, Medical, and BD stakeholders to gather insights, pressure-test assumptions, and ensure cross-functional alignment
Produce high-quality, executive-ready PowerPoint materials, including strategic frameworks, narratives, investment cases, and portfolio updates.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree strongly preferred (PhD, MD, PharmD, MBA)
5–10+ years total experience, with at least 3–5 years in big pharma/biotech strategy, corporate development, portfolio strategy, and/or top-tier management consulting (MBB strongly preferred)
Strong understanding of drug development, clinical evidence, market access, and commercial dynamics—preferably in hematology, oncology, or immunology
Proven experience leading complex strategic projects with multiple stakeholders
Exceptional analytical skills, including financial/market modeling, forecasting, and competitive assessments
A fast learner with genuine intellectual curiosity and a willingness to quickly get up to speed on the rapidly evolving AI and technology landscape as it applies to biopharma commercial and medical operations
Advanced PowerPoint and Excel mastery with demonstrated ability to produce polished executive presentations
Strong communication, facilitation, and influence skills with ability to deliver clear recommendations to senior leaders
Comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-growing biotech environment with evolving priorities and high expectations for ownership.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical coverage
Dental and vision coverage
Generous paid time-off
401(k) retirement plan with competitive company match
Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Up to $150 monthly cell phone reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementdata analyticsworkflow automationAI-assisted content generationfinancial modelingmarket modelingforecastingcompetitive assessmentsstrategic frameworksportfolio strategy

Soft Skills

analytical skillscommunication skillsfacilitation skillsinfluence skillsintellectual curiosityownershipstakeholder engagementcross-functional collaborationproblem-solvingadaptability

Certifications

PhDMDPharmDMBA