Manager / Sr. Manager, Strategy & Corporate Development

As a Manager / Sr. Manager, Strategy & Corporate Development at NextRNA Therapeutics, you will join an interdisciplinary team of highly creative and talented individuals whose mission is to translate pioneering science of non-coding RNAs into transformative medicines for patients.

You are a strategic individual who will work alongside the CBO to formulate and execute corporate development initiatives, such as corporate and portfolio strategy, BD/Partnering, and Financing-related projects. You will have an opportunity to work closely with the leadership team to enable and accelerate the long-term objectives of NextRNA.

About you:

• You thrive in a small, growing, and fast-paced environment, willing and able to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines
• You are collaborative with a “mission first” mindset
• You are an analytical and strategic thinker with a focus on endgame and execution
• You have a strong scientific background and knowledge of drug development and corporate development
• You can effectively diligence on and provide assessments of programs and opportunities
• You can build effective relationships across functions, internally and externally
• You are a self-starter with a strong work ethic and are motivated to contribute and have a positive impact on the organization
• You have impeccable oral & written communication skills, including strong PowerPoint abilities

What you’ll do:

• Support strategic planning, portfolio prioritization, Corporate and Partnering strategy formulation & execution
• Help develop and execute internal and external communications strategies, support IR/PR efforts, assist in the preparation of critical communication/reporting material, including corporate decks and board presentations
• Lead competitive intelligence activities, participate in scientific/partnering conferences, analyze, and monitor threats and opportunities at the scientific, medical, and corporate level
• Provide support on sell-side/buy-side partnering projects, including transaction readiness, natural partner mapping, due diligence, negotiations, and other activities
• Build internal relationships and ensure effective communication across functions

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of business experience in biopharma (corporate development, consulting, venture capital, investment banking)
• Advanced scientific degree is a plus
• A solid understanding of drug development, oncology, and RNA biology, is important

Please contact NextRNA Head talent acquisition for further information.
Mary Beth Greene: mgreene@nextrna.com