Associate Director, Portfolio Strategy and Analysis - Monte Rosa Therapeutics, Inc

MRTx seeks to hire an individual to work cross functionally with the R&D group to develop a rigorous portfolio strategy for Monte Rosa Tx.  Evaluate novel target biology/mechanism, development path, competitive landscape, and commercial market potential to support go / no-go decisions. Develop indication prioritization strategy and commercial evaluations and forecasts for MRTx portfolio programs. Lead ongoing competitive intelligence analysis. Assist Business Development with evaluation of collaboration and licensing deals.

• Collaborate with the R&D group to prioritize discovery targets for Monte Rosa
  • Evaluate attractiveness of biology/mechanism, development path, competitive landscape, commercial market potential
  • Work with data sciences team to enable AI driven tools for target evaluation and competitive intelligence
• Develop commercial/market evaluations and product forecast models to support product planning and business development efforts
  • Integrate and effectively communicate key strategic implications
• Support indication prioritization strategy for Monte Rosa pipeline programs incorporating assessments of scientific/technical, commercial and development aspects
  • Collaborate closely with clinical development group and other functions
  • Provide assessment frameworks, facilitate discussions, and craft recommended strategies
• Support overall portfolio strategy and prioritization process
  • Coordinate with relevant groups at MRTx to assemble inputs on commercial potential, development costs and risk profiles and integrate assumptions into forecast models
  • Work with business and research teams to define key portfolio decisions and provide analysis to facilitate informed decisions
  • Communicate portfolio information and insights to management.
• Lead ongoing competitive intelligence efforts for pipeline programs
  • Evaluate competitive pipeline/marketed programs in indications of interest
  • Create regular updates for leadership team and board of directors
  • Gather and analyze information on industry/market trends, industry partnerships and competitive activities

• Ability to use business skills in a highly scientific environment, work seamlessly with MRTx R&D groups, and understand the specific nature of the drug discovery and development environment
• An independent thinker who can draw insights and conclusions
• Life sciences PhD.
• 10 or more years relevant experience at life sciences strategy consulting firm, hedge fund, or biopharma new product planning or R&D strategy group. MBA or equivalent demonstrated experience (e.g. experience in a top tier consulting firm)
• Possess an understanding of biotech business at the strategic level.
• Ability to apply effective tools and techniques to bring clarity to complex issues.
• Outstanding interpersonal / communication skills and excellent presentation skills are essential, with a demonstrated ability to communicate and negotiate at all levels of the organization including senior management.