Shanghai Associate Director, Business Development SH 200050

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Associate Director, Business Development Shanghai, China | full time | Job ID: 11670 Purpose: At BioNTech’s Business Development and Business Alliance team you will participate in business development transactions and business alliances activities of the company. You will closely work together with the external innovation, legal team, IP team, manufacturing, medical affairs and commercial team etc. to support BioNTech's licensing, M&A, co-development or research collaboration activities, as well as to coordinate cross functional teams, oversee alliance governance and ensure smooth collaboration and business partnerships deliver maximum value for all parties. Your contribution Manage strategic partnerships, collaborations, and licensing agreements that drive company’s growth Build strong, trust-based relationships with partners and internal stakeholders Act as a cultural bridge between organizations to foster collaboration and mutual value creation Contribute to Business Development strategy and partnering activities with companies, institutes in Asia and beyond in support of the company’s global vision Conduct due diligence, market analysis, and create, negotiate, and execute term sheets and agreements with global pharma partners, biotech companies and academics for licensing, R&D collaborations and acquisitions Liaise with internal stakeholders as part of the deal making or alliance management process including R&D, legal, IP, finance, and senior management Provide support to create, evaluate, and identify partnering and acquisition opportunities Communicate progress on business development, business alliance activities to internal stakeholders and management A good match: MBA or PhD or comparable degree in life sciences