Director Scientific Innovations

About the position

The Director Scientific Innovations plays an integral role in identifying, evaluating, facilitating, and designing new scientific business opportunities that drive strategic growth for the company. This position requires deep clinical and scientific expertise as well as business acumen to assess and design assets and establish thriving partnerships. The ideal candidate is highly adaptive and thrives in a dynamic environment, demonstrating flexibility and creativity in navigating the complexities of multiple therapeutic areas. This position can be based out of Click’s headquarters located in Tribeca, NYC, at the center of one of the fastest-growing digital health communities or at our industrious office in Boston, MA, Miami, FL or Raleigh, NC. We have a hybrid working model that consists of at least 3 days in office each week.

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively develop and implement therapeutic strategies as part of the business development process that align with the organization's scientific objectives and financial goals with the Business Development team.
• Provide scientific leadership in the development of proposals for new collaborations and business ventures.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to create and validate compelling and competitive proposals.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with emerging and existing partners.
• Act as a liaison between the scientific and business teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Support expansion efforts for existing partners.
• Establish and foster relationships with researchers, entrepreneurs, biotech/pharma companies to remain attuned to emerging innovations ripe for partnering.
• Provide scientific leadership to new assets through the stages of product planning and business development, emerging partnership communications, and establishment of the partnership.
• Contribute to a collaborative and innovative culture within the Growth and Innovation team.
• Embody scientific leadership through contributing to the external scientific community through conference attendance and publications.

Requirements

• A doctoral/professional degree (e.g., PhD, MD, PsyD, PharmD) with specialization in a CNS discipline (e.g., neurology, psychiatry, psychology). Clinical practice experience is preferred.
• A strong neuroscience background (e.g., human cognition, neurophysiology, etc.) and a deep understanding of brain function and behavior.
• 7+ years experience in the life science industry, preferably with business development, medical affairs, and/or other allied commercial responsibilities.
• Excellent communication, networking, and collaboration abilities.
• Proven experience in scientific business development, strategic planning, and partnership management.
• Strong understanding of industry trends, market dynamics, and scientific advancements.
• Ability to translate complex scientific concepts into business opportunities.
• Results-driven with a track record of successful business development initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary with Annual Review
• Cash Bonus
• Stock Options
• 5% 401(k) matching
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Unlimited PTO
• Uber One
• Nectar Rewards
• One Medical
• Fertility Support
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Bike Membership
• Professional Development Stipend
• DoorDash and Catered Lunches
• Parent Benefits
• LinkedIn Learning
• Gemini Enterprise Stack
• Industrious Workspaces
• Commuter Subsidies
• Flexible Work Arrangement
• Choice of Mac or Windows
• Sponsored Company Events
• Office Snacks and Beverages
• Much More…