Associate Director, R&D Strategy & Strategic Initiatives

BeiGene

8d•$155,100 - $205,100

About The Position

BeOne Medicines is seeking a highly analytical, intellectually curious, and entrepreneurial strategy professional to support the development and execution of strategic priorities across its global Research & Development organization. Reporting to the VP of R&D Strategy & Operations, the role works closely with senior R&D leadership to address complex strategic questions, evaluate opportunities, develop actionable recommendations, and advance high-priority initiatives across Research, Development, and emerging innovation platforms. The position suits a versatile problem-solver who is comfortable working in ambiguity, moving between strategy and implementation, and translating complex scientific, operational, and business information into executive-level insights. The role supports R&D strategy and planning, strategic initiatives and implementation, executive decision support, and R&D operations. It may also involve mentoring other team members.

Requirements

Experience in biopharma, life sciences consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, or related fields; consulting and industry experience are equally valued.
Strong knowledge of the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, including familiarity with drug discovery, clinical development, and the broader R&D value chain.
Demonstrated ability to independently structure and solve ambiguous strategic questions, develop recommendations, and drive workstreams with limited supervision.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and synthesis capabilities.
Excellent executive communication, presentation, and storylining skills, with the ability to produce clear, decision-oriented materials.
Strong project management and organizational discipline, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive work to completion.
Intellectual curiosity, sound business judgment, resourcefulness, and comfort working across diverse scientific and business topics.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
Proactive, entrepreneurial, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in dynamic environments.
Bachelor's degree required.
Education guidance states preferably a PhD with 3–4 years of experience or a master's degree with 6 years of experience; exceptions might be made for candidates with relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
Preferably a PhD with 3–4 years of experience or a master's degree with 6 years of experience.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic analyses addressing R&D priorities, organizational capabilities, productivity, portfolio considerations, and emerging opportunities.
Structure ambiguous business questions, develop hypotheses, conduct targeted research and analysis, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Conduct industry benchmarking, competitive intelligence, market assessments, and evaluations of innovative R&D approaches and business models.
Support R&D strategic planning, long-term priorities, and initiatives to strengthen research and development capabilities.
Independently manage strategic workstreams and special projects from problem definition through recommendation and early implementation.
Partner with Research, Development, Finance, BD, and other functions to gather insights, evaluate alternatives, and advance cross-functional priorities.
Support initiatives related to R&D innovation, new operating models, external partnerships, and the evolution of BeOne's development capabilities.
Translate strategic recommendations into practical implementation plans and support execution as needed.
Develop executive presentations, strategic narratives, briefing materials, and recommendations for senior R&D leadership.
Support R&D-wide strategic planning, goal setting, governance, and leadership decision-making processes.
Synthesize quantitative and qualitative information into clear implications, trade-offs, and recommended actions.
Support high-priority activities of the R&D head office, including leadership meetings and cross-functional coordination.
Might mentor other team members.