Atomwise is a technology-enabled pharmaceutical company leveraging the power of AI to revolutionize small molecule drug discovery. The Atomwise team invented the use of deep learning for structure-based drug design; this technology underpins Atomwise’s best-in-class AI discovery engine, which is differentiated by its ability to find and optimize novel chemical matter. Atomwise has extensively validated its discovery engine, delivering success in over 185 projects to-date including a wide-variety of protein types and numerous “hard-to-drug” targets. Atomwise is building a wholly owned pipeline of small-molecule drug candidates, with three programs in lead-optimization and over 30 programs in discovery. The company has raised over $174 million from leading venture capital firms to advance its mission to make better medicines, faster.

Your Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and well-rounded Associate Director, Corporate Development to join our team. The role will have a direct impact on the selection and success of our drug discovery projects and our mission to transform pharma drug discovery.

You will report to our CEO and be responsible for conducting primary and secondary research, including KOL interviews, literature review, competitive intelligence monitoring, and synthesizing key findings from syndicated reports. Your role will be impactful and diverse - it will inform the nomination of programs, selection of indications, and the evaluation of partnering opportunities.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Provide internal strategic support for ongoing pipeline projects including primary and secondary research
Support business development discussions for potential research collaborations and/or asset licensing
Manage internal due diligence processes. Lead and manage cross-functional interactions with computational chemists, medicinal chemists, and preclinical scientists to support business development discussions
Review scientific literature to assess biological/clinical rationale of targets / indications
Competitive intelligence monitoring on key targets / diseases of interest
Scope, design, and manage the execution of qualitative and quantitative market research for Atomwise’s assets
Contribute to our culture of collaboration, respect, integrity, and helpfulness

Qualifications and Skills:

Required:

- Bachelors in a life science; Advanced degrees (e.g., PhD or MD) are highly preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in conducting primary and secondary research for preclinical and early clinical stage assets

Preferred:

- 2+ years of management consulting experience in the life science industry
- Experience and proficiency in building financial models for biotechnology assets
- A track record of outstanding written and oral communication
- Previous research experience in small molecule drug discovery

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Stock compensation plan – you’ll be an Atomwise co-owner
Platinum health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents
401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (up to 4%)
Flexible paid time off (PTO), 13 paid holidays, and wellness breaks for employees to spend time with their loved ones and recharge.
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options to help save money on healthcare, daycare, and commuting.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Pet Insurance
Funding for professional development and conference attendance
Flexible work schedule
Generous paid parental leave

Atomwise is an equal opportunity employer and strives to foster an inclusive workplace. Our mission is to develop better medicines faster, and we know that we need a diverse team to develop medicines that serve diverse populations. Accordingly, Atomwise does not make any employment decisions (including but not limited to, hiring, compensation, and promotions) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.

We strongly encourage people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

Atomwise is not currently offering visa sponsorships for any position. Please only apply if eligible to work in the U.S.

*Pay range for this role is between $170,000 - $210,000*

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