Director of Biotech Partnerships

Headlands Research is a rapidly growing clinical trial site network dedicated to improving access to innovative clinical research through advanced technology and patient-centered trial delivery. The Director of Biotech Partnerships role leads strategic collaborations with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, focusing on business development, partnership management, and clinical trial collaboration. The position connects industry partners with Headlands’ clinical research network to drive revenue growth and accelerate the development of new therapies.

Headlands Research is seeking a Director of Biotech Partnerships to lead strategic collaborations between its clinical research network and biotechnology and pharmaceutical organizations. This leadership role focuses on building high-impact partnerships that support the development and execution of innovative clinical trials. The director will act as a key liaison between industry partners and internal clinical teams, ensuring that collaborations align with operational capabilities while delivering strong business and research outcomes.

Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage strategic relationships with biotechnology and pharmaceutical partners.
- Identify potential partners whose development pipelines align with the organization’s therapeutic expertise.
- Lead partnership development from initial prospecting through collaboration execution and long-term relationship management.
- Present site capabilities and patient access strategies to sponsors and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with clinical site leaders to ensure operational feasibility for proposed trials.
- Monitor industry trends and emerging research technologies to strengthen partnership strategies.

Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or business discipline.
- 5 to 10 years of experience in clinical site operations, business development, or alliance management.
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical partnerships and clinical drug development timelines.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills for engaging senior-level stakeholders.
- Proven project management abilities managing multiple partnerships simultaneously.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with clinical, operational, and business teams.

Benefits:
- Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Paid time off and a range of disability and life insurance options.
- Opportunity to work remotely with occasional travel.

Join Headlands Research to help build strategic partnerships that expand clinical research access and accelerate the development of innovative therapies.