Associate Business Development Director

Who We Are:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role:

Leads business development activities focused on identifying, evaluating, and advancing licensing opportunities, strategic partnerships, and other transactions in the biopharmaceutical space. Independently drives search and evaluation, scientific and commercial assessment, due diligence, valuation, business case development, and deal execution for complex opportunities. Integrates scientific, clinical, commercial, intellectual property, financial, and legal considerations to develop recommendations and influence decision-making. Serves as a key cross-functional leader for business development initiatives, builds productive relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, and provides advice and counsel to senior leadership on opportunities that may impact pipeline and business strategy.

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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

• Leads complex business development transactions and strategic partnering initiatives from initial identification and evaluation through diligence, negotiation, contracting, execution, and transition, as applicable
• Independently identifies and evaluates external assets, technologies, platforms, and companies that align with the Company’s strategic priorities and pipeline objectives
• Leads cross-functional internal and external teams supporting business development opportunities, establishing workplans, decision points, timelines, and deliverables
• Directs scientific, clinical, commercial, intellectual property, financial, and operational due diligence in partnership with subject matter experts; synthesizes findings into clear recommendations for senior leadership
• Leads valuation analyses and business case development for potential transactions, integrating scientific risk, development assumptions, market opportunity, competitive dynamics, and deal economics
• Develops transaction strategy and leads or plays a significant role in deal structuring, term sheet development, contract review, and negotiations in close collaboration with Legal, IP, Finance, and other partners
• Provides strategic recommendations regarding the prioritization and advancement of business development opportunities based on Company strategy, portfolio needs, and external market dynamics
• Maintains deep knowledge of industry trends, companies, therapeutic areas, emerging technologies, treatment modalities, and competitive landscapes relevant to the Company
• Partners closely with Research and Development and other functions to define areas of strategic interest and translate internal priorities into external search and evaluation activities
• Builds and maintains relationships with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, investors, bankers, advisors, and other external partners to support sourcing and transaction activity
• Represents the Company in partnering meetings and conferences and develops high-quality presentations, proposals, and decision materials for internal and external audiences
• Provides functional expertise and mentorship to less-experienced colleagues and may lead critical projects or workstreams without direct people-management responsibility
• Contributes to the development and continuous improvement of Business Development processes, tools, best practices, and team infrastructure
• Ensures all interactions and activities are conducted in compliance with internal policies, governmental regulations, and applicable best practices
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• BS/BA degree in life sciences, finance, business, or a similar field AND 10+ years of applicable experience in business development, venture capital, investment research, investment banking, corporate development, or a related area; biotechnology/pharmaceutical scientific experience preferred OR

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