Business Development Manager (Data & AI)

Job title:

Business Development Manager (Data & AI)

Company

Cancer Research UK

Job description

4,000 professionals, 0 days wasted, 1 incredible purpose. Together we will beat cancer.Business Development Manager (Data & AI)£54,000 – 59,000 PlusReports to: Senior Business Development Executive (Data & AI)Department: Research & InnovationContract: PermanentHours: Full time 35 hours per weekWe’re open to a variety of ways of working, including compressed hours.Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)Closing date: 15th August 2024 23:55 This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.Recruitment process: Interviews and presentation taskPlease note: Cancer Research UK can consider visa sponsorship for this vacancy. If this applies to you, please ensure that this is clearly marked on your application.At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.We are looking for a Business Development Manager to join Cancer Research Horizons – Commercial Partnerships group, which is dedicated to the development and commercialisation of innovative research. The team accelerates the translation of new ideas into treatments by bringing together the expertise, capabilities, and resources of CRUK and its academic network with that of industry partners.The Business Development team acts as CRH’s primary interface with industry and investors. The team is responsible for marketing CRH’s technologies and capabilities to industry and partnering through a broad range of commercialisation routes. These include licensing and collaboration agreements, spin-out formation, and the establishment of innovative industry alliance partnerships. In the last 18 months, CRUK has launched a new Research Data Strategy to increase the impact of cancer data generated in CRUK’s network. A key component of that is facilitating data partnerships with commercial organisations and the Business Development team is tasked with enabling these partnerships.As a Business Development Manager (BDM) focussed on Data and AI, you’ll join the translation interface between scientific innovation and industry and be integral to the facilitation of our novel data and AI partnerships. You will be expected to carry out business development activities relevant to CRH’s broad commercialisation objectives, working closely with colleagues within our Search & Evaluation team to proactively promote CRH/CRUK and our technologies and datasets to biotech, pharma and tech partners and investors, drive partnering through a broad range of commercialisation routes, manage complex negotiations and make considered contributions to CRH’s business strategy and operations. Additionally, you will be tasked with supporting CRUK in the implementation of key elements of our new Research Data Strategy, which relate to commercial interactions as well as building CRUK’s network in the data and AI-driven healthcare through novel collaboration models.This role offers an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to help drive forward CRUKs industry partnering strategy, and to make a major impact on the translation and commercialisation of exciting new therapeutics, diagnostics, and technologies.What will I be doing?

• Evaluating opportunities with commercial potential through analysis of technology application areas, market size, competition and market need with a particular focus on data and AI opportunities
• Leading and supporting marketing and commercialisation activities for data and AI projects in the portfolio
• Proactively and competently promoting CRT and its activities and technologies to external parties through a variety of channels including visits, presentations, marketing events and participation at meetings and conferences
• Negotiating licences, collaborations, and other commercial agreements
• Supporting the implementation of CRUK’s Research Data Strategy within CP and the wider charity including supporting the launch and continued development of a number of innovative commercially focussed initiatives

What skills are you looking for?

• Minimum BSc (or equivalent work & industry experience) in a Life Science discipline, ideally oncology or technology-related
• Business development and commercialisation experience drawn from working in relevant industry (including technology transfer), academic or non-profit roles is preferable; applications from PhD graduates in relevant fields with less commercial experience will also be considered
• Strong interest in, and good understanding of the steps required to translate scientific innovation into commercial products, with a particular focus on data or AI preferable
• Broad knowledge and awareness of drug/technology discovery and development (preferably within the oncology sector)
• Ability to grasp and report varied technical concepts quickly, and design, develop and critique sound business strategies based on scientific, commercial, and financial analysis

Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determinationCredible: Act with rigour and professionalismHuman: Act to have a positive impact on peopleTogether: Act inclusively and collaborativelyWe’re looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we’d still love to hear from you.What will I gain?We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.You can explore our benefits by visiting our .How do I apply?We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.One of our values at CRUK is Being Human. Whilst we understand that AI has it’s benefits, we want to hear about why you’re personally interested in CRUK and what is motivating you to apply. We have noticed some applicants being less successful in their applications when using AI due to lack of real life examples. To level the playing field and ensure fairness for all candidates, we strongly encourage responses to be written in your own words, drawing from personal experiences and knowledge. We discourage the use of AI when completing your application form and throughout the process.For more information on this career opportunity please or contact us at .For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: , , , and .Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks.

Expected salary

£54000 – 59000 per year

Location

Stratford, East London

Job date

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 05:54:46 GMT

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