Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI) is seeking a highly experienced, dynamic Senior Director, Business Development to accelerate Indiana’s life sciences economy through business attraction and capital formation. This role involves connecting Indiana’s scientific innovation with national investment and growth opportunities while collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the state's visibility in life sciences.
Responsibilities
- Identify, target, and recruit high-growth life sciences and biotechnology companies to locate or expand in Indiana
- Promote Indiana’s assets, including research institutions, talent, and infrastructure to prospective companies
- Collaborate with economic development and partner organizations to align outreach and recruitment efforts
- Deliver measurable pipeline activity within the 12-month engagement period
- Leverage an established network of venture capital and industry investors, particularly in leading biotech markets
- Rapidly connect Indiana-based companies with Seed and Series A funding opportunities
- Advocate for Indiana startups and secure high-value investor introductions and meetings
- Position Indiana companies to align with investor expectations and deal structures
- Work across IBRI and partner organizations to maximize resources and impact
- Serve as a shared business development resource supporting multiple stakeholders statewide
- Strengthen relationships that increase Indiana’s national visibility in life sciences
- Build and manage a robust pipeline of investment and company recruitment opportunities
- Support the advancement and closing of financing transactions
- Deliver tangible outcomes within the defined one-year timeframe
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in business development, corporate development, or investment in life sciences/biotech
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered
- Demonstrated success closing Seed and/or Series A financings
- Deep network with venture capital firms, particularly biotech-focused investors
- Strong ability to translate scientific innovations into compelling investment opportunities
- Ability to travel as needed for success in role
- Experience with business attraction, economic development, or multi-stakeholder collaboration preferred
- Advanced degree in life sciences (PhD or MS preferred) and/or MBA strongly preferred
Benefits
- Competitive salary, including bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits offered commensurate with experience.
Company Overview
The Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI) is a first-in-class translational medicine institute dedicated to advancing life sciences in the race to eliminate disease and improve human health and life. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.indianabiosciences.org.