Associate Director of Business Development & Operations - Remote

Overview

The Associate Director of Business Development & Operations at QED Therapeutics will focus on strategic planning and execution in drug development, particularly for the treatment of Achondroplasia. This role requires collaboration with various stakeholders and a strong scientific background.

In Short

• Drive cross-functional alignment for clinical programs.
• Collaborate with functional experts to support drug development.
• Manage competitive intelligence for relevant conditions.
• Conduct initial negotiations with third parties.
• Support strategic investment evaluations.
• Perform strategic analyses as needed.
• Set and manage milestones for team deliverables.
• Coordinate team meetings and delegate tasks.
• Communicate critical data findings to senior management.
• Identify problems and find data-driven solutions.

Requirements

• 2 to 6 years of strategic planning/business development experience in biopharma.
• Ph.D., MD, or other graduate degrees in life sciences preferred.
• Experience in management consulting or banking from top-tier firms.
• Strong scientific acumen and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional written communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with drug discovery and development processes.
• Comfort with ambiguity and a self-starter attitude.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability using a structured approach.

Benefits

• Patient Days to hear from individuals living with conditions.
• A culture that prioritizes patient-first values.
• Decentralized model for decision-making.
• Ownership of vision for programs and career paths.
• Collaborative, fast-paced, data-driven environment.
• Access to learning and development resources.
• Market-competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible PTO.
• Rapid career advancement for strong performers.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.