Senior Director, Alliance Management

Profluent is seeking a Senior Director, Alliance Management to serve as a critical bridge between internal research teams and external strategic partners. The ideal candidate has experience in alliance management, project management, and strategic program leadership, with a strong scientific background and business acumen.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry
• 5+ years in alliance management or similar roles managing cross-functional teams and strategic partnerships
• Bachelor's degree in life sciences required (biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related)
• MS or PhD strongly preferred; candidates without advanced degrees must demonstrate significant alliance management experience at gene editing or gene therapy biotechs with major pharma partnerships
• Gene editing or gene therapy experience is highly preferred
• Experience managing alliances with large pharmaceutical or biotech partners
• Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically (big picture, long-term planning) and tactically (hands-on execution, detailed tracking)
• Strong scientific acumen; must be able to understand gene editing science at a level that earns credibility with our research teams
• Proven track record driving decision-making and creating collaborative dynamics across diverse stakeholder groups
• Experience working in fast-paced, early-stage biotech environments; comfort with ambiguity and rapid change; able to create fit-for-size processes
• Exceptional judgment and discernment about what issues require leadership escalation vs. independent resolution
• Outstanding communication skills with ability to translate between scientific, business, and partnership contexts

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Health insurance (health/dental/vision)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy
• Commitment to physical and mental well-being