Associate Director/Director, Alliance Management

About BridgeBio Gene Therapy & BridgeBio Pharma

BridgeBio Gene Therapy, a subsidiary of BridgeBio Pharma, is focused on discovering and developing drugs for patients with grievous genetic diseases. We do this by:

Finding the right starting points to target diseases at their source.

Using a combination of a systematic assessment of the genetic disease landscape and informed diligence on the latest research, we find indications with clear mechanisms of pathogenesis that are ripe for translation into disease-modifying drugs.

Building products with world-class R&D personnel.

We employ industry-leading scientists that work closely with leading academics to prosecute a wide variety of drug programs at the highest level of scientific rigor. Our team combines biopharmaceutical veterans with up-and-coming leaders to drive entrepreneurial thinking grounded by experience.

BridgeBio is a biopharmaceutical company founded to discover, create, test and deliver transformative medicines to treat patients who suffer from genetic diseases and cancers with clear genetic drivers. We bridge the gap between remarkable advancements in genetic science in academic institutions and the delivery of meaningful medicines to patients. Founded in 2015, the company has built a portfolio of 30+ drug development programs ranging from preclinical to late-stage development in multiple therapeutic areas including genetic dermatology, precision oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, neurology, pulmonology, and renal disease, with two approved drugs.

Our focus on scientific excellence and rapid execution aims to translate today’s discoveries into tomorrow’s medicines. We have U.S. offices in San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Raleigh, with small satellites in other parts of the country. We also have international offices in Montreal, Canada, and Zurich, Switzerland, and are expanding across Europe.

To learn more about our story and company culture, visit us at https://bridgebio.com

Who You Are

The Associate Director/Director, Alliance Management will play a vital role in expanding and advancing BridgeBio’s gene therapy portfolio. As part of the BridgeBio Gene Therapy (BBGT) Business Development team, you will manage collaborations with academic and industry partners, facilitate the strategic evaluation of novel gene therapies, and serve as a critical business partner to the BBGT Research Team.    

Note: This position can be hybrid in Raleigh, NC office OR Remote.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of BBGT’s Alliance Management Function
• Shape the research and development plans for new gene therapy programs in collaboration with BBGT Research and external partners
• Manage operational execution of contracts, timelines, and budgets associated with external collaborations
• Foster relationship development between BBGT and scientific partners in academia, industry, and clinical practice
• In partnership with the Program Management Office (PMO, facilitate the transition of gene therapy programs from Research into Development

No matter your role at BridgeBio, successful team members are:

• Patient Champions, who put patients first and uphold strict ethical standards
• Entrepreneurial Operators, who drive toward practical solutions and have an ownership mindset
• Truth Seekers, who are detailed, rational, and humble problem solvers
• Individuals Who Inspire Excellence in themselves and those around them
• High-quality executors, who execute against goals and milestones with quality, precision, and speed

Education, Experience & Skills Requirements

• Scientific background a must, PhD preferred
• Proven track record in coordinating research programs to translate to clinical development
• At least 5 years’ experience in contract negotiation and execution, budgeting, timelines, and risk assessment
• Understanding of GxP environment
• Excellent relationship management and maintenance skills
• Experience leading without authority
• Executive presence
• Sharepoint, Coupa, Egnyte, Gatekeeper, OneNote, Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, OnePager

What We Offer

• Patient Days, where we are fortunate to hear directly from individuals living with the conditions we are seeking to impact throughout the year and learn how we can improve our efforts
• A culture inspired by our values: put patients first, think independently, be radically transparent, every minute counts, and let the science speak
• An unyielding commitment to always putting patients first. Learn more about how we do this here
• A de-centralized model that enables our program teams to focus on advancing science and helping patients. Our affiliate structure is designed to eliminate bureaucracy and put decision-making power in the hands of those closest to the science
• A place where you own the vision – both for your program and your own career path
• A collaborative, fast-paced, data-driven environment where we inspire ourselves and each other to always perform at the top of our game
• Access to learning and development resources to help you get in the best professional shape of your life
• Robust and market-competitive compensation & benefits package (Base, Performance Bonus, Equity, health, welfare & retirement programs)
• Flexible PTO
• Rapid career advancement for strong performers
• Potential ability to work on multiple BridgeBio Pharma programs across multiple therapeutic areas over time 
• Partnerships with leading institutions
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion