Vertex Pharmaceuticals (San Diego) LLC
External Innovation Executive Director
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (San Diego) LLC, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
The External Innovation (EI) Executive Director leads end‑to‑end identification, evaluation, and advancement of external opportunities that materially strengthen Vertex’s R&D pipeline across modalities (e.g., small molecules, biologics, CGT, RNA, delivery platforms) and enabling technologies (e.g., discovery, translational, and manufacturing tools).
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The role orchestrates integrated, cross‑functional analyses and converts opportunity signals into clear, decision‑ready recommendations for EI governance (EI Science, BDSC) and the Executive Committee.
Culture & talent: Foster an environment consistent with EI competencies (business‑minded leader, insight generator, influential communicator, trusted partner, change enabler, technical expert). **Required Education: ** PhD (or equivalent advanced degree) and 15+ years of biotech/pharma experience spanning discovery and/or early development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. **Required Experience **Proven ability to build and manage high‑performing analyst teams and to operate an integrated analysis model. **Required Knowledge & Skills **Business acumen: Valuation literacy; option‑value framing; scenario and risk modeling; ability to articulate value drivers and deal concepts (from partnerships to company creation/M&A).
Influential communication: Executive‑quality narratives and visuals; clear storyline from problem framing to recommendation; ability to lead with facts and secure alignment.
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting.
This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.
Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations.
From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. **Hybrid **: work remotely up to two days per week; **or select ** 2. **On-Site **: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.
The role orchestrates integrated, cross‑functional analyses and converts opportunity signals into clear, decision‑ready recommendations for EI governance (EI Science, BDSC) and the Executive Committee.
Culture & talent: Foster an environment consistent with EI competencies (business‑minded leader, insight generator, influential communicator, trusted partner, change enabler, technical expert). **Required Education: ** PhD (or equivalent advanced degree) and 15+ years of biotech/pharma experience spanning discovery and/or early development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. **Required Experience **Proven ability to build and manage high‑performing analyst teams and to operate an integrated analysis model. **Required Knowledge & Skills **Business acumen: Valuation literacy; option‑value framing; scenario and risk modeling; ability to articulate value drivers and deal concepts (from partnerships to company creation/M&A).
Influential communication: Executive‑quality narratives and visuals; clear storyline from problem framing to recommendation; ability to lead with facts and secure alignment.
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting.
This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.
Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations.
From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. **Hybrid **: work remotely up to two days per week; **or select ** 2. **On-Site **: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr