SM/AD - Early Oncology & Hematology BD, Venture Fund

JOB PURPOSE

• Mission of AstraZeneca International BD & Venture Fund – Driving China-originated partnership strategy that boosts AZ 2030 ambition across R&D, Commercial and Ops
• This position and its work stream focus on establishing innovative external partnerships: 1) bring in exciting new innovations in medicine for China & international regions via licensing activities; 2) equity investment in cutting-edge private biotech companies from China.
• The recruit will be part of the International BD & Fund team to work closely with external partners and multiple internal functions to explore business growth opportunities and help AstraZeneca optimize its oncology & hematology product portfolio.
• This is an opportunity to work in a creative and entrepreneurial environment, with the potential to bring revolutionary changes to the industry and improve the lives of millions of patients

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES

• Our core responsibility is to build and execute various types of external partnerships, including BD deals, fund strategic investments, and R&D combo studies, to drive AstraZeneca oncology & hematology future business growth.
• This position is to develop solid business cases to get internal approval and external alignment toward partnerships.
• Build a thorough understanding of AstraZeneca’s oncology & hematology portfolio and other related therapeutic areas to screen and identify new partnership opportunities
• Support the execution of the deal by working with cross-functional collaboration in AZ with key stakeholders, including BU, MA, R&D, NPP, Finance and Legal to ensure clear objective alignment, transparent communication and close teamwork
• Need to build strong rapport with leadership team as well as all cross functions, to quickly navigate the system and get sufficient internal endorsement

REQUIREMENTS

• Ph.D. / M.D., majored in biology, chemistry, medicine, pharmacology or any other relevant fields
• Minimum 2-3 years of BD or VC experience, or a hybrid with pharma/biotech R&D experience
• Knowledge and prior exposure in the field of hematology is a must, broader exposure in oncology field is upside
• Familiarity with novel therapeutic modalities, e.g. engagers, degraders, XDC, are preferred
• Strong academic training background and publication track record are highly preferred
• Innovative thinking, openness to new ideas, comfortability with uncertainties, and ability to think out of box are core competencies for the job
• Excellent project management and analytical skills, with experience in an environment requiring significant data analysis and cross-functional interaction
• Able to think analytically and strategically, synthesize information quickly and logically
• Commitment to teamwork and able to work with a cross functional team
• Prior working experience with diversified culture background is a plus
• Fluent Mandarin Chinese & English, both written and verbal
• Skills in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint slides making and Excel

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.