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Executive Director and Head of Alliance Management

$283.5k - $330.75k

Cytokinetics

Cytokinetics seeks a Senior Director of Alliance Management to lead strategic partnerships and licensing agreements across the organization's cardiovascular biopharmaceutical portfolio. This on-site role requires building and sustaining relationships with collaborators globally while driving cross-functional alignment, governance, and value realization at executive levels.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as relationship lead for strategic alliances and licensing agreements aligned with corporate objectives
  • Participate in Business Development team negotiations for new alliances and execution of ancillary agreements
  • Lead alliance governance and performance monitoring while addressing risks and maximizing strategic value
  • Drive cross-functional initiatives and executive decision-making through influence across organizational boundaries
  • Deliver executive-level communications and recommendations to senior leadership and governance committees

Requirements

  • 12+ years of management experience in biopharma industry post-baccalaureate
  • Demonstrated success leading complex strategic alliances with executive-level relationship management
  • Strong scientific and business acumen in drug discovery, development, and commercialization
  • Experience managing global alliances and regional licensing agreements across multiple jurisdictions
  • Advanced degree (MBA, JD, or PhD)
  • Exceptional negotiation, communication, and strategic thinking capabilities
  • Proven ability working across international teams and time zones

Compensation: $283,500-$330,750 base per year

Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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