Science 37 is accelerating the research and development of breakthrough biomedical treatments by bringing clinical trials to patients' homes. Backed by venture investors such as Glynn Capital, Google Ventures, Redmile Group, dRx Capital and Lux Capital, we are revolutionizing the clinical trial industry one patient at a time. To help us achieve our goal, we are seeking a razor-sharp Director of Strategic Alliances eager to make an impact within a mission-driven organization. The Director of Strategic Alliances will develop and foster select Alliances including but not limited to those established with large/mid-sized Pharmaceutical companies, Biotech, and other alliances that align with Science 37 strategic interests. The Director of Strategic Alliances will support the Vice President and Senior Director of Alliance Management with the successful integration of alliances, the management of relationships and adherence to established agreements. In addition, this role will play an integral part in Science 37 cross functional initiatives increasing strategic alliance value, efficiencies and internal partnerships. This position will report to the Senior Director of Strategic Alliance Management and will need to establish and maintain strong collaborations with internal business partners such as Sales, Clinical Operations, Legal and Finance.

 Duties and Responsibilities

• Key contributor on a team that is dedicated to developing and maintaining strong productive relationships between Science 37 and key strategic partners
• Manage, track and report on contractual obligations for alliances, such as alliance deliverables/terms; milestone payment details
• Assist in the creation of Strategic Alliance Management Best Practices and supporting operational documents (e.g., guidance documents, SOPs, etc)
• Provide a link between external and internal members making sure accounts are running optimally within internal groups and holding ourselves accountable/internally accountability
• Collaborate with internal partners to ensure delivery of established alliance goals for each respective function
• Assist with the creation of internal communications and quarterly update materials
• Facilitate internal functional meetings including scheduling, minutes, tracking actions
• Assist / Lead the successful integration of new partners by following alliance management practices:
  • Establish and lead effective governance structures to ensure alliance progress and issue resolution per contractual mandates
  • Advise alliance point of contact on how the collaboration can be implemented
  • Assess and implement a model that also has the right cultural fit
  • Successfully lead internal and external teams to identify and resolve key issues
  • Ensure adherence to contractual obligations; manages all issues and conflict proactively to the benefit of the project
• If applicable, Manage Alliance(s) to build value for both partner(s) OR support the Alliance to:
  • Define strategy of the collaboration: major objectives, opportunities and priorities
  • Play a key role in knowledge transition – ensuring all collaborations understand the unique capabilities and innovations available through Science 37
  • Provide strategic direction to Clinical Services and oversee delivery of projects per agreements terms

 Qualifications

• Minimally a BS degree or equivalent (MBA preferred)
• Must have 5-10 years of pharmaceutical industry (Pharmaceutical company, Biotech, Start-Up, CRO or other applicable service providers) with significant knowledge and experience in fostering strategic relationships
• Must have a successful track record in effectively collaborating with other functions and external Alliances including a dedication to customer service and experience in delivering on customer needs
• Strong leadership skills; communicates and demonstrates vision and commitment and the ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
• Must be a strong and effective communicator (verbal, written, meeting facilitation and presentation) and strategic thinker across a system portfolio with the ability to problem solve and help individuals develop their own problem solving skills and discipline
• Trained in Regulatory and System Compliance with applied GXP experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry a plus Must be able to demonstrate strong project management skills; project management certification or equivalent a plus
• Knowledge of ICH and GCP
• Proficient computer skills across multiple applications
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Position will require some domestic and possible international travel

 Skills/Competencies

• Ensures agreement/alliance is executed efficiently and effectively. Aims to deliver on promises, be innovative and resolve set backs respectively
• Broad experience in defining and monitoring Key Performance Indicators
• Proven presentation, leadership, and listening skills
• Self starter and shapes owns road to success
• Ownership & amp; confidence to lead agenda with alliances
• Turns opportunities into new project concepts by leveraging new approaches
• Functional expert and broad knowledge of alliance management and business stakeholder
  engagement
• Strategic thinker and planner, knowing where to influence
• Makes decisions made based on business knowledge
• Big picture person, future oriented/visionary, influencer, diplomacy, judgment, coaching, connector.
• Experienced in defining and leading governance, performance management, communication
  management, escalation, assessment of alliance health
• Skilled project management
• Broad knowledge of developing, reviewing and negotiating various types of contracts and terms
• Quick study on the Science 37 model

Science 37 values the well-being of its employees and aims to provide team members with everything they need to succeed. Enjoy daily healthy catered lunches, snacks and beverages, and top-notch equipment such as the latest Macbook Pro, 4k monitors, and adjustable standing desks. Submit your resume to apply!