Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Associate Director, Business Development for Discovery Transactions, responsible for overseeing and negotiating scientific partnerships in support of its Research Laboratories. The ideal candidate will have a scientific background, substantial experience in business development within the pharmaceutical or biotech sectors, and strong negotiation skills
Job Summary
The Associate Director/ Director, Business Development & Licensing (BD&L) Discovery Transactions will oversee and negotiate a broad spectrum of transactions supporting the company's Research Laboratories in the discovery and preclinical stage.
Primary responsibilities include collaborating with scientists, management, legal, and external partners to negotiate various agreements and establish external scientific partnerships.
The company offers a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
Matching Summary
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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Associate Director, Business Development for Discovery Transactions, responsible for overseeing and negotiating scientific partnerships in support of its Research Laboratories. The ideal candidate will have a scientific background, substantial experience in business development within the pharmaceutical or biotech sectors, and strong negotiation skills.
Salary
$156,900.00 - $247,000.00; Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable; Medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Discovery Transactions
Research Laboratories support
External scientific partnerships
Contract drafting and negotiation
Drug development process understanding
Nice-to-have
Influence without authority
Networking at industry events
Partner of choice establishment
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline
Minimum of 5 years work experience
Experience in transactions with academic institutions, biotech, and/or pharma
Demonstrated ability to partner with client groups