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About the Role
Autolus is passionate about pushing the boundaries of cancer therapy and autoimmune disease to deliver life-changing treatments to patients. We offer a flexible, diverse, and dynamic working environment that promotes creativity, leadership, and teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Lead the identification and evaluation of strategic opportunities including in-licensing, out-licensing, M&A, co-development, and academic collaborations.
- Build and maintain a pipeline of high-potential partnership opportunities globally.
- Prepare and deliver impactful presentations demonstrating the Autolus value proposition to potential partners.
- Represent the company in meetings with potential partners at events, conferences, and investor meetings.
- Lead deal structuring, due diligence, negotiations, and closing of complex transactions.
- Partner with legal, finance, R&D, commercial, and regulatory teams to execute deals end-to-end.
- Build and maintain relationships with biotech, pharma, academic institutions, and strategic partners.
- Act as a liaison between companies, ensuring smooth communication, aligning expectations, and resolving conflicts.
- Continuously monitor market dynamics to inform the Autolus value proposition and partnering strategy.
- Analyze competitor activity, emerging science, and commercial trends.
- Collaborate with Executive, Commercial, R&D, and Medical Affairs leadership teams to align BD strategy with corporate goals.
- Provide strategic input to the executive leadership team on business development activities.
Requirements
- Demonstrated track record of leading and closing complex BD transactions (partnerships, licensing, M&A).
- Strong understanding of drug development, regulatory pathways, and commercial considerations in oncology.
- Strong scientific and business acumen.
- Project management skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
- Highly networked within the biotech and pharma ecosystems.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Skills
- Business Development
- Deal Structuring
- Due Diligence
- Negotiation
- Communication
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Market Intelligence
- Relationship Management
Location
- Remote
- Hybrid
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Substantial business development experience
Education Level
- Advanced degree (MBA, PhD, MD) or equivalent experience in life sciences, business, or related field
About the Company
- Autolus is committed to the protection of the personal information that we collect & process and we are fully compliant with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
- Autolus’ success is driven by equality and inclusion; we believe all voices are of equal value and must be heard. Whilst operating with focus and integrity, we are committed to improving diversity and inclusion within our business and our industry.
Equal Opportunity
- Autolus is committed to providing an inclusive and fair workplace for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also provide reasonable accommodations where appropriate.
- Autolus is committed to providing an inclusive and fair workplace for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.