Sr. Director--Strategy Innovation Partnership
- Shanghai
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the identification and rigorous, objective assessment of potential in-licensing opportunities, identification of key issues and appropriate expertise to facilitate resolution.
- Develop the external competitive landscapes by leveraging multiple information sources and networking with external partners.
- Partner with TA S&E team and co-Lead and/or participate in partnering meetings and visits to external companies with senior leadership, functional groups, business development, and diligence team members.
- Partner with TA S&E team and co-Lead the development of project concepts and execution of these projects when working with external groups.
- Partner with TA S&E team and co-Lead the communication of the results of technical evaluations to internal and external stakeholders.
- Lead the development of relationships within the external pharmaceutical community in the A/P region including pharma and biotech companies, research institutes, academic and other scientific organizations.
- Develop key cross-discipline expertise in areas like ADMET, formulation, CMC, emerging technologies like AIDD, automation etc, liaise with global function leaders and lead the partnership effort in A/P region as per Lilly’s interests.
- Strategic thinking and planning related to key emerging opportunities like technologies, platforms from A/P region, Support Lilly strategy development in these areas.
- Oversee the branding effort of LCIP and represent Lilly to attend external events.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of LCIP portfolio projects into next stage, monitor project progress and coordinate the overall alliance management work with TAs.
- Partner with External Innovation team and co-Lead and/or support the implementation of Catalyst360, Lilly Gateway Labs and Venture investment in the A/P region.
- Work together with transaction team and inform the partnership strategy, facilitate the negotiation and communication with external parties.
- Ensure integration of efforts through effective teamwork, collaboration with Lilly groups and a commitment to serving customers both through the BU’s, therapeutic areas and outside the Company.
- 10-25% travel anticipated (including international).
- Advanced doctorate degree (PhD, MD, PharmD, etc.) in Pharmaceutical Life Sciences related field (e.g. Pharmacology, Chemistry, Endocrinology, Immunology, DMPK, etc).
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or related industry.
- Strong interpersonal & leadership skills; outstanding oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of Lilly and external stakeholders.
- Strong strategic thinking skills and the track record of forming strategy and its execution.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in external research collaborations that strategically support the broader organization’s research focus and enhance knowledge generation.
- Demonstrating a sharp scientific insight, backed by a profound understanding of cross-discipline expertise in areas like ADMET, formulation, CMC, and emerging technologies.
- Proficiently versed in business development intricacies, with a proven track record in forming partnership in A/P region.
- Proficient in prioritization amidst a multitude of projects, coupled with an adaptable mindset to manage uncertainties and pivot priorities effectively
- Extensive experience in thriving within multifaceted team environments, adept at engaging diverse stakeholders and fostering collaborative relationships across all organizational echelons.
- Outstanding EQ, problem-solving, analytical, project management, communication and leadership skills, ability to influence other without authority.