Sr. Business Development Manager | Onsite San Diego HQ
Neurocrine Biosciences · San Diego
CommercialFull-time$158k–$216kCompany career page
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Role summary
Neurocrine Biosciences seeks an experienced business development manager to drive commercial strategy and partnership initiatives from its San Diego headquarters. This senior-level role focuses on identifying and evaluating business opportunities within the life-science sector.
What they're looking for
- BS/BA in life sciences, finance, or business with 8+ years in business development, venture capital, or related roles
- Master's degree in scientific field or MBA with 6+ years of relevant experience
- PhD in scientific field with 4+ years of business development or corporate development experience
- Knowledge of preclinical and clinical asset evaluation across neurology, immunology, endocrinology, and psychiatry
- Experience in biotech/pharma R&D with business development or venture capital background
- Strong understanding of biopharmaceutical competitive landscape and regulatory processes
- Project management expertise, analytical problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills
What you'll be doing
- Identify, evaluate, and analyze potential licensing opportunities and partnership candidates in biopharmaceutical space
- Assess scientific merit of opportunities including mechanism of action, clinical data, and market potential
- Lead due diligence activities and coordinate internal and external expert teams
- Develop business cases, conduct valuations, and support deal execution with legal and financial teams
- Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities across therapeutic focus areas
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