Vice President, Business Development

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with executive leadership in the analysis and development of a comprehensive strategy for maximizing the value of Humacyte's pipeline products and technology platform.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential corporate partners and manage ongoing communications to maintain their viability as potential collaborators.
• Create compelling pitch decks in collaboration with cross-functional teams that effectively communicate the value proposition of each product or technology opportunity to prospective partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare due diligence materials, including product and/or technology descriptions, market analyses, development plans, and regulatory assessments.
• Coordinate partner meetings and facilitate discussions to address partner inquiries and concerns.
• Participate in negotiations with potential partners to secure favorable terms and work closely with leadership and legal counsel to structure collaboration agreements and finalize deal terms.
• Stay informed of industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies through market research and analysis to identify potential partnering opportunities.
• Lead in-licensing business efforts as needed to support R&D programs, including licenses to ensure freedom to operate.
• Foster a culture of collaboration by developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• BS/MS degree in life science or related field; advanced degree (MBA, MD, or Ph.D.) preferred.
• Proven experience in business development, corporate development, due diligence, market and competitive research/analysis within the pharma, biotech, or MedTech industry.
• Strong understanding of biotechnology and MedTech market dynamics, including technology trends, competitive positioning, and regulatory landscape.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• High-level understanding of medical product discovery and development processes.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, and drive initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective negotiation skills with proficiency in deal structuring and contract negotiation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, modeling, and valuation techniques.

Nice to Have

• Experience in the biotech or MedTech industry with a focus on corporate or business development.
• Experience with licensing and in-licensing activities to support R&D programs.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in life science or related field
• Advanced degree (MBA, MD, or Ph.D.) preferred

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base compensation and bonus
• Stock Options
• 401k Plan with 4% Match and no Vesting Schedule
• Medical, Vision and Dental Plans
• Company Paid Long Term/Short Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits including pet insurance, hospital indemnity, accident & critical illness plans, voluntary life insurance, legal protection plans, and more
• 23 Days Paid Time Off (PTO) to start
• 10 Company Designated Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave Policies