Business Development Director - Startups
This job is no longer available
There are still lots of open positions. Let's find the one that's right for you.
About The Position
The Business Development Director at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) plays a crucial role in the organization's mission to conquer cancer and related diseases. Reporting to the Senior Director of the Accelerator, this position is integral to the DFCI business development team, focusing on establishing and developing a dynamic portfolio of projects primarily aimed at startup creation. The Director will engage in a variety of activities, including market analysis, strategy development, and the identification and pursuit of commercial opportunities for technologies being invented and developed at DFCI. In this role, the Director will work closely with DFCI principal investigators and researchers, as well as professionals specializing in deal transactions, legal matters, business development, and intellectual property. The responsibilities include evaluating DFCI technologies at various development stages, assessing their clinical and commercial potential, and driving the commercialization of these projects into startups with minimal oversight. This involves collaborating with DFCI's IP counsel to develop intellectual property strategies, shaping commercial strategies through market landscape assessments, and identifying new partnerships with venture capital firms and other entities. The Director will also interact with potential investors to pinpoint key value inflection points and exit strategies, work with the licensing team to negotiate complex licensing agreements, and track project timelines and deliverables. Additionally, the role includes creating preliminary business strategies, pitch decks, and marketing materials to facilitate potential investments. Mentorship and guidance to the DFCI community regarding business development and technology commercialization are also key aspects of this position, contributing to a culture of innovation and technology translation at DFCI.
