Strategic Business Development & In-LicensingSpecialist

Strategic Business Development & In-Licensing Specialist
Randstad (Schweiz) AG
• Geneva

Job description

Strategic Business Development & In-Licensing Specialist - 100%
Starting date: ASAP

Location:

Geneva
Type of role:
Permanent role

• Generate high‑level scientific and commercial intelligence on potential licensors and therapeutic target areas.
• Manage business intelligence tools and databases (e.g., IMS, Evaluate Pharma) to support data‑driven decision‑making.
• Actively source, evaluate, and execute prioritized in‑licensing transactions.
• Develop comprehensive business cases, including commercial forecasting, socio‑economic impact analysis, and value proposition alignment.
• Translate long‑term licensing strategies into actionable tactical plans to meet organizational milestones.
• Monitor the global pharmaceutical R&D landscape and investment trends in manufacturing technologies.
• Lead the evaluation of drug programs from preclinical to commercial stages, focusing on clinical data, IP landscapes, and regulatory pathways.
• Oversee due diligence processes for both in‑licensing and potential partnering activities.

• Education:
  
  Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or Pharmaceutical Management.
• Experience:
  
  5 years in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• BD Expertise:
  Proven track record in business development, specifically in deal structuring and the negotiation of complex licensing agreements.
• Technical Depth:
  Deep knowledge of the full drug development lifecycle and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Mastery of financial modeling, asset valuation, and scientific due diligence.
• IP & Regulatory:
  Strong understanding of patent landscapes (FTO) and global regulatory frameworks (FDA, EMA, WHO).
• Familiarity with biologics, vaccines, or emerging therapeutic platforms.
• Communication:
  Fluent English.