职位描述：
job summary
the associate director/director of the guangzhou office manages the daily operations of huya’s regional offices such that the offices supports the overall business needs of huya in enabling and accelerating the global co-development of novel biopharmaceutical product opportunities originating in china. the associate director/ director will develop and implement processes, manage complex issues within functional areas of expertise, oversee regional office business planning and goal setting, and contribute to the corporate business strategy. daily responsibilities will include directing site level operations, managing the site budget, and overseeing business development activities. the incumbent will be based in guangzhou.
primary duties and responsibilities
operations management
· manage daily operations of the regional offices, including assigning tasks, evaluating work results, providing staff training, and implementing processes to improve efficiency and prevent risk.
· recruit and retain talented resources that will enable huya to achieve its business objectives.
· develop and manage the overall long-term and short term business plans for office operations and lead the team to successfully implementing the plan.
· track regional office performance relating to compounds identified, agreements signed, and other measures as identified.
sourcing and business development
· provide leadership and direct the team in scouting projects of new drug candidates.
· establish and maintain strong relationships with universities, research institutes, biotech and pharmaceutical companies, bioscience parks, and government agencies.
· conduct visits to project investigators in support of the compound licensing process and coordinate due diligence activities.
· coordinate follow-ups on new drug opportunities within the regional offices and with other huya offices in china and in the us.
· prepare detailed reports to senior management with recommendations to support business development based on scouting and relationship management activities.
· support negotiation of in-licensing rights and project evaluation.
strategic initiatives and communications
· identify opportunities to develop different potential alliance models to expand huya business opportunities in china.
· continuously strengthen huya’s networks and competitive advantages in china by facilitating management’s understanding of new government policies, industry trends and new technologies, and competitive landscape.
· prepare concise and timely reports and presentations for senior management.
· other duties as may be necessary.
qualifications
· ph.d.or m.s. degree in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, or medicine; mba highly desirable
· minimum 8+ years working in life science sectors with knowledge of drug development
· proven success in building cross functional and external relationships; demonstrated teamwork and leadership abilities with team management experience
· ability to understand and interpret scientific and business aspects of drug development
· experience in market research, competitive analysis, contract negotiation and business development
· excellent written and verbal communication skills in both english and chinese (mandarin)
· able to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously
· overseas work and/or education experience preferred
special considerations
· some travel is to be expected up to 25%.
· may need to work outside “regular” work hours due to the fast-paced, demanding and international work environment.