Business Development Manager – Licensing; Biologics​/Antibody Assets

Role Overview

We are currently looking for a Business Development Manager - Licensing to join a leading biotech organization based in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in business development, licensing, and antibody drug discovery to contribute to a dynamic and fast‑growing company at the forefront of innovation in multiple therapeutic areas. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving strategic growth by establishing and managing external licensing opportunities and partnerships.

In this role, you will have the chance to work across scientific and business functions, engaging with industry partners and internal teams to develop impactful licensing strategies and facilitate deal negotiations. If you are a proactive, bilingual professional with a passion for advancing novel therapies, this could be the perfect career move for you.

• Drive the identification, development, and execution of external licensing, co‑development, and strategic partnership opportunities to support corporate growth.
• Lead analysis, preparation, and presentation of business cases for prioritized opportunities, including assessments of key assumptions and risks for management review.
• Initiate and lead cross‑functional due diligence, including coordination with R&D, CMC, clinical, regulatory, operational, and finance teams, often serving as the primary BD contact.
• Oversee all aspects of business development transactions, including proposal development, negotiations, deal closing, and alliance management.
• Contribute to refining the overall licensing and strategic growth roadmap aligned with company goals.

• A Degree or higher level in pharmacology, immunology, cancer biology, or a related biomedical science field.
• Proven experience in antibody drug discovery, target validation, and evaluating biological data for therapeutic licensing narratives.
• Fluency in Mandarin and English to effectively bridge global R&D and business communication channels.
• Strong strategic thinking skills with a focus on aligning scientific capabilities with partner pipeline needs.

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings with company match, paid time off, sick days, holidays, and health reimbursement accounts.
• Excellent career growth potential within a biotech company committed to scientific excellence and strategic expansion.

Key Words:
Business Development / Licensing / Biotech / Antibody Discovery / Oncology / Strategic Growth / Negotiations / Cross‑Functional Collaboration / Pharmaceutical Industry / Global Communication

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the STEM sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career.