Hybrid Director, Business Development

at Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

• Job title: Director, Business Development
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $165,000 - $230,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Bridgewater, United States

About the role

• Director of Business Development at Cosette Pharmaceuticals leading strategic partnerships and licensing for branded pharmaceuticals. Evaluating key therapeutic areas to drive expansion and growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize branded in-licensing, co-development, M&A, and alliance opportunities aligned with Cosette’s growth strategy.
• Lead forecast development of U.S. and global branded product opportunities.
• Manage end-to-end transaction processes including timeline management, coordination with external advisors, and oversight of diligence workflows and data rooms.
• Drive due diligence efforts in collaboration with cross-functional teams (R&D, Regulatory, Commercial, Finance, and Legal).
• Evaluate therapeutic and market trends to guide portfolio strategy.
• Collaborate with internal executive stakeholders to align BD priorities and risk mitigation strategies.
• Serve as a resource and subject matter expert within the BD function.
• Mentor junior BD staff and support knowledge sharing across the organization.

Requirements

• Proven track record of executing branded pharmaceutical deals (preferably mid- to late-stage assets or commercial-stage products).
• Deep understanding of branded product lifecycle: clinical development, regulatory approval, market access, and commercialization.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
• Strong financial and analytical acumen including expertise in DCF, NPV, IRR, and P&L modeling.
• Ability to develop and defend commercial forecasts supporting branded products.
• Ability to operate independently and manage multiple complex projects in a dynamic environment.
• MBA and/or advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 3 years in branded business development or life sciences investment banking roles.
• Experience with U.S. and global markets is highly preferred.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• health saving account
• employee assistance program
• tuition reimbursement program
• parental leave
• wellness program
• paid time off
• volunteer time
• holidays