Executive Director, Asset Strategy Leadership
About the role
For our client, we are seeking a Executive Director, Asset Strategy Leadership to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This leader will shape asset-level strategy for a portfolio of small molecule programs, with a strong emphasis on oncology and immunology/inflammation. The role will translate scientific, clinical, and data-driven insights into competitive positioning that supports development decisions and portfolio value. It will also partner closely with cross-functional leaders to align strategy, resources, and executive recommendations across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Define and drive strategic asset positioning for small molecule clinical programs in oncology and immunology/inflammation.
- Translate computational and data-driven insights into strategic advantages for the drug development portfolio.
- Develop and pressure-test competitive narratives for portfolio assets to inform leadership and stakeholder decisions.
- Collaborate with leaders across clinical, business development, finance, and platform teams to align resources with strategic goals.
- Promote a mindset of transforming patient care by raising standards in asset advancement and delivery.
Qualifications
- PhD in life sciences or a related scientific discipline with deep expertise in drug discovery and development.
- 10+ years of biotech/pharma experience with proven strategic leadership at the asset level.
- Expertise in developing small molecule therapeutics for oncology and immunology/inflammation; rare disease knowledge is a plus.
- Experience utilizing computational approaches and data-driven platforms to enhance clinical decision-making.
- Strong ability to build and articulate competitive asset strategies, integrating market and regulatory considerations.
- Financial acumen for engaging in resource allocation and portfolio valuation discussions.
- Exceptional executive presence to clearly present strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Compensation
$261,800 – $356,400 annually
Location & Schedule
Remote — US-based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available. Periodic travel required.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package available to support employee well-being.