VP Business Development
About The Position
The Vice President of Business Development will serve as a key business builder and senior leader responsible for shaping Myriad's external growth agenda. This individual will lead and manage the Business Development function and act as a catalyst for innovation, building a robust pipeline of opportunities, structuring and closing strategic partnerships, and ensuring that newly acquired technologies deliver long-term value. This executive will bring deep domain expertise in oncology, healthcare, and molecular diagnostics. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven, and customer-focused environment with a culture rooted in collaboration and inclusiveness. About Myriad Genetics: Myriad Genetics is a leader in molecular diagnostics and precision medicine. We are committed to transforming patient care through innovation in oncology, women's health, and other critical therapeutic areas.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Life Sciences, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years' progressively responsible experience in business development, mergers & acquisitions, and strategic partnerships within life sciences, healthcare, or molecular diagnostics
- Significant transaction experience, including strategic evaluation, negotiation, structuring, due diligence, and execution of deals ranging from partnerships to acquisitions and divestitures
- Deep domain expertise in oncology, healthcare, and molecular diagnostics; a strong network of industry contacts at C-level
- Proven ability to develop relationships and build presence with senior executives, boards, and investors
- Skilled at managing multiple, complex, and competing priorities with a strategic mindset and strong attention to detail
- Track record of fostering collaboration, inclusion, and cross-functional partnerships to achieve corporate objectives
- Global understanding of industry trends, competitive landscapes, products, technology, customers, and markets
Responsibilities
- Deal Origination & Execution: Identify, evaluate, structure, negotiate, and close strategic deals, partnerships, and acquisitions in oncology, healthcare, and molecular diagnostics
- Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities with target partners, leveraging industry knowledge and network
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Finance, Legal, and Scientific teams to develop partnership models, agreements, and integration plans
- Technology Scouting: Lead efforts to identify and evaluate new technologies and platforms that fit Myriad's portfolio strategy
- Alliance & Post-Transaction Management: Own and realize the value of new agreements post-transaction, demonstrating best-in-class alliance management
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a liaison between partners and internal teams to implement best practices and ensure objectives are met
- Strategic Leadership: Partner with Myriad's executive leadership team to shape and execute the long-term business development and growth strategy
- Governance & Reporting: Adroitly manage existing agreements, ensuring compliance, progress, and value delivery
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
