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Orca Bio is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation cell therapies to transform the treatment of blood cancer. The company is redefining the transplant process with purified, high-precision cell therapies designed to improve survival rates and reduce risks associated with traditional allogeneic stem cell transplants, including graft-versus-host disease.
As Head of Business Development, you will lead all commercial strategy and partnership initiatives for the company. This is a VP-level role responsible for identifying and executing strategic partnerships, licensing agreements, and commercial opportunities that accelerate market penetration and revenue growth. You will report to senior leadership and have direct influence over the company's go-to-market strategy.
Key responsibilities include: developing and executing the business development strategy aligned with company goals; identifying, evaluating, and negotiating partnerships with healthcare systems, pharmaceutical companies, and other strategic partners; managing the full lifecycle of deals from identification through close and integration; building and leading a business development team; representing the company to external stakeholders including investors, partners, and industry leaders; and driving revenue-generating opportunities across multiple channels.
You will work closely with clinical, regulatory, and commercial teams to ensure partnerships support clinical development and commercial objectives. This role requires deep understanding of the biotech/cell therapy landscape, healthcare partnerships, and commercial models in the life sciences industry.
