Hybrid Director, New Ventures

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About the role

  • Director of New Ventures at Biogen spearheading investment opportunities in biotechnology innovation. Leading strategic partnerships and portfolio management to support transformative patient-focused solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Proactively survey the scientific, medical, and technological landscape to identify impactful emerging areas of innovation within a defined area of interest
  • Lead focused cross-functional due diligence teams to evaluate opportunities and drive discussions with internal stakeholders and external KOLs
  • Triage and prioritize potential investment opportunities, managing a comprehensive deal database
  • Create written deal summaries and visual presentations to support discussions with senior leadership, highlighting the scientific and strategic importance of proposed opportunities
  • Support portfolio companies and maintain alignment with Research and early Development organizations to track external programs and assess potential transitions into Biogen's internal pipeline
  • Develop networks with the venture capital and biotech communities

Requirements

  • Ph.D. or M.D. in life sciences or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in the biotechnology, venture capital, and/or pharmaceutical industry
  • Experience in venture capital firms and/or formation and operationalization of seed/series A companies
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the biotech operating model, portfolio risk management, and drug discovery/early development
  • Proficiency in multiple transaction types (e.g., equity and option deals)
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, developing complex proposals, and influencing decisions
  • Ability to operate with a high level of independence and guide others

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
  • Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
  • Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
  • 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
  • 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
  • Employee Resource Groups participation

Job title

Director, New Ventures

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Postgraduate Degree

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