Strategic Business Development & In-Licensing Specialist

Strategic Business Development & In-Licensing Specialist - 100%
Starting date : ASAP 
Location : Geneva
Type of role : Permanent role 

Your Responsibilities

• Generate high-level scientific and commercial intelligence on potential licensors and therapeutic target areas.

• Manage business intelligence tools and databases (e.g., IMS, Evaluate Pharma) to support data-driven decision-making.

• Actively source, evaluate, and execute prioritized in-licensing transactions.

• Develop comprehensive business cases, including commercial forecasting, socio-economic impact analysis, and value proposition alignment.

• Translate long-term licensing strategies into actionable tactical plans to meet organizational milestones.

• Monitor the global pharmaceutical R&D landscape and investment trends in manufacturing technologies.

• Lead the evaluation of drug programs from preclinical to commercial stages, focusing on clinical data, IP landscapes, and regulatory pathways.

• Oversee due diligence processes for both in-licensing and potential partnering activities.

 

Your Profile: 

• Education: Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or Pharmaceutical Management.

• Experience: 5 years in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.

• BD Expertise: Proven track record in business development, specifically in deal structuring and the negotiation of complex licensing agreements.

• Technical Depth: Deep knowledge of the full drug development lifecycle and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

• Analytical Skills: Mastery of financial modeling, asset valuation, and scientific due diligence.

• IP & Regulatory: Strong understanding of patent landscapes (FTO) and global regulatory frameworks (FDA, EMA, WHO).

• Familiarity with biologics, vaccines, or emerging therapeutic platforms.

• Communication: Fluent English