Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kyverna Therapeutics is a patient-centered, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing cell therapies for patients suffering from autoimmune diseases. The Sr. Director, Business Development will drive the company's external growth strategy by identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and executing business development transactions, while also managing strategic partnerships and alliances.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior leader within the Business Development organization, with primary responsibility for driving in-bound and out-bound business development transactions, including strategic partnerships, licensing (in-licensing and out-licensing), and research collaborations
• Proactively identify, evaluate, and prioritize external partnering opportunities that align with the Company’s scientific platform, pipeline priorities, and long-term growth strategy
• Build, develop, and maintain senior-level relationships with biopharmaceutical companies, biotechnology partners, academic and research institutions, and other strategic stakeholders to advance the Company’s partnering objectives
• Lead cross-functional deal teams through the end-to-end transaction lifecycle, including:
• Development of strategic rationale and investment thesis
• Opportunity screening and prioritization
• Financial valuation, scenario analysis, and deal modeling
• Scientific, commercial, operational, and legal due diligence
• Deal structuring, negotiation, and execution in close collaboration with Legal, Finance, and the Chief Business Officer
• Prepare and present deal recommendations and transaction materials to the executive leadership team and Board of Directors, including strategic fit, value creation, risks, and alternatives
• Support development and management of the BD pipeline, including tracking opportunities, competitive intelligence, and deal trends
• Represent the Company at partnering meetings, industry conferences, and key external events, serving as a senior ambassador for the Company’s strategy, science, and partnering priorities
• Lead alliance management activities with existing strategic partners including oversight of governance, issue escalation and relationship management

Skills

• Advanced degree in life sciences, business, or related field (MBA, PhD, or equivalent preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in business development, corporate development, or strategy roles within biotechnology or biopharmaceutical companies
• Demonstrated track record of executing complex BD transactions, including licensing and strategic partnerships
• Strong financial and valuation skills, with experience building and interpreting deal models
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presentation skills
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency with the ability to prioritize, pivot, and deliver results amid competing demands
• Cell therapy and Autoimmune disease experience preferred

Benefits

• Eligible for bonus
• Benefits
• Participation in Company’s stock plan

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