Company Overview

Eyconis, Inc. is a privately held, pre-clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on transforming the ophthalmology treatment paradigm through the development, manufacture, and commercialization of novel, best-in-class therapeutics for eye diseases. The Company is advancing a pipeline of therapeutic candidates addressing areas of high unmet need, including wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Eyconis is partnered with a syndicate of leading biopharma investors, including Frazier Life Sciences, RA Capital Management, venBio Partners, and HealthQuest Capital. The Company is headquartered in Redwood City, California, including research & development laboratories with scientific and manufacturing team members. We are committed to addressing significant unmet medical needs and improving patient outcomes worldwide.

Position Summary

Eyconis is seeking a Senior / Executive Director, Business & Corporate Development to join our team. This person will play a critical role in the success of our team and future programs by contributing a mix of strategic and operational capabilities that will directly impact the company’s long-term success. This role will report to the Chief Executive Officer.

In this role, you will shape our growth strategy, leading efforts to identify, cultivate, and secure strategic partnerships, co-development opportunities, and licensing agreements. You will also play a critical role in shaping the company’s business development strategy and advancing Eyconis’ mission to deliver transformative therapies to patients with eye disease.

Primary Responsibilities - The Role Includes:

Develop and Execute Business Development Strategy: Lead and execute all aspects of business development initiatives including partnering strategy and execution of collaboration, in-licensing and out-licensing agreements that fit with corporate strategy. Activities will include assessing the competitive landscape, business case development, conducting due diligence, lead generation and sourcing, financial analysis, identifying and engaging with key decision makers, and successfully closing transactions.

Work closely with the CEO and other cross functional members of the senior management team to establish, drive, and implement overall corporate growth strategy and long-range planning based on current portfolio opportunities and risks, financing needs, and organizational capabilities. Assist in identifying portfolio, financing and/or organizational gaps and plans for how to best address them. Create alignment on the strategy across the Company and with the Board.

Partnership Development: Identify, evaluate, and establish strategic partnerships, alliances, and collaborations with external stakeholders, including pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and healthcare organizations. Search and identify potential partners in accordance with business development strategy, establish and maintain a broad network of pharmaceutical and biotechnology relationships.

Co-development and Licensing: Identify and evaluate strategic business opportunities including out-licensing and in-licensing, academic and industry partnerships, M&As, alliances, and joint ventures. Work closely with the Board and senior management team to evaluate current and future business development and market opportunities. Drive the negotiation and execution of co-development agreements and licensing deals that advance Eyconis’ pipeline and strategic goals.

Corporate Development: Support corporate development strategy and long-term planning & financing efforts.

Alliance Management: Oversee the management of established and future partnerships and alliances, ensuring alignment of goals, clear communication, and mutual success.

Market and Commercial Analytics & Intelligence: Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and market opportunities, providing strategic insights that guide partnership decisions. Perform market research, competitive analysis, participate in relevant industry presentations, and summarize key findings, as needed. Monitor and analyze competitive data and information, to promote a robust understanding of Eyconis’ position and path forward in the broader market.

Financial Management: Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans related to business development activities, ensuring sound financial decisions that align with corporate goals. Participate in strategic financing including fundraising.

Executive Communication: Present partnership and alliance strategies, progress updates, and outcomes to the executive team and board of directors. Lead discussions with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and other organizations to communicate the potential benefits of partnering with or licensing with Eyconis.

Prepare business development documents, presentations, and briefing books. Prepare, evaluate, and present robust financial modeling and analyses to value projects and terms; develop, participate, and deliver high level impactful presentations and conclusions to senior management, Board of Directors, key prospects, and stakeholders. Participate in deal construction and negotiations.

Manage in-bound and out-bound due diligence processes (e.g., inquiries, presentations, data room, Q&A response).

Corporate Communications: messaging, corporate presentations, and website; manage investor congress meeting process (JP Morgan, etc.); external meeting presentation cadence/rhythm; manage agency.

Successful Candidates Will Meet Most of These Criteria:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field. Advanced degree (PhD, MD, MBA) strongly preferred.
For Senior Director: 12+ years biotech business development and corporate development experience preferred.
For Executive Director: 15+ years biotech business development and corporate development experience in a complex business environment.
Proven track record of securing strategic partnerships, co-development agreements, and licensing deals that drive company growth.
Demonstrated record of successfully identifying, evaluating, structuring, negotiating, and closing a variety of large and complex licensing and/or partnership transactions. Passionate and self-motivated to drive deals to a successful conclusion and to deliver quality results.
Deep understanding of pharmaceutical product lifecycle management including drug development and delivery process, regulatory paths, product launch, and commercialization over the life cycle.
Excellent presentation and communications skills—the ability to influence and work successfully with varied audiences (colleagues, biotechnology and pharmaceutical partners, financial institutions, customers, and the Board of Directors).
Expertise in creating and managing partnership materials, such as pitch decks, term sheets, and collaboration agreements.
Energetic self-starter with strong executive presence, results orientation, and the ability to work effectively & independently in an entrepreneurial and cross-functional environment.
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and emotional intelligence to navigate complex partnership dynamics.
Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision-making and problem-solving.
Travel may be required up to 25% of the time.

Expected Salary Range:

The base pay range for this position is expected to be $220,000 - $295,000 annually.
Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, capabilities, and experience.
The total compensation package for this position also includes equity, bonus, and benefits.

Eyconis, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to have a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or disability or any other status protected under federal, state or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Eyconis, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agency that we have not directly engaged for a specific role. Our managers and employees will not accept resumes sent directly from any agency/3rd party. Unsolicited resumes sent to Eyconis, Inc. from recruiters do not constitute any type of relationship between the recruiter and/or recruiting.

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