Irvine, California, United States Hybrid Employment 170k-180k

Forma Life Sciences is hiring a Director, Business Development

About the Role

Lead the identification and execution of strategic business opportunities, including partnerships, licensing agreements, and market expansion initiatives. Drive revenue growth through proactive relationship development and data-driven market analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and evaluate new business opportunities in the life sciences sector
  • Lead negotiations for partnerships, collaborations, and licensing deals
  • Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders and industry partners
  • Conduct market analysis to inform strategic decision-making
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align business development with corporate goals
  • Present strategic recommendations to senior leadership
  • Manage due diligence processes for potential transactions
  • Support the development of long-term growth strategies
  • Track and report on key business development metrics
  • Represent the organization at industry events and conferences
  • Assess scientific and commercial viability of potential opportunities
  • Develop financial models to support deal structuring
  • Coordinate legal and regulatory considerations in partnership agreements
  • Maintain a pipeline of potential deals and initiatives
  • Ensure alignment between business development activities and R&D priorities
  • Drive execution of signed agreements and monitor performance
  • Stay current on industry trends and competitive landscape
  • Contribute to corporate strategy discussions
  • Mentor junior team members involved in business development efforts
  • Support fundraising or investor engagement activities as needed
  • Facilitate communication between internal teams and external partners
  • Ensure compliance with company policies in all business dealings
  • Manage timelines and deliverables for complex transactions
  • Provide regular updates to executive leadership
  • Promote a culture of innovation and strategic thinking

Compensation

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including equity and performance incentives.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model with flexibility for remote and on-site collaboration.

Team

Collaborative environment within a growing life sciences team focused on innovation and commercial strategy.

About the Team

This role operates within a dynamic group of scientists, strategists, and commercial leaders dedicated to advancing novel therapies. The team values data-driven decisions, collaboration, and long-term vision in shaping the company’s growth trajectory.

Growth Opportunities

The organization is expanding its footprint in the life sciences space, creating opportunities to shape strategy, enter new markets, and influence the direction of key programs through strategic alliances.

Available for qualified candidates requiring sponsorship.

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Forma Life Sciences

A next-generation oral solid CDMO delivering integrated formulation and manufacturing from clinic to commercial.

Commercial-scale manufacturing capacity across oral solid dosage forms, supporting reliable supply and regulatory compliance from launch onward.

Deep expertise in solubility enhancement, amorphous solid dispersion, and modified-release technologies to reduce risk and accelerate development.

Integrated formulation, scale-up, and commercial production capabilities in one campus, enabling seamless progression from clinical programs to market supply.

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Job Details
Department Business Development
Category management
Posted 4 months ago