VP, Business Development
Chai Discovery
About this role
The VP of Business Development at Chai Discovery will be instrumental in advancing and securing strategic partnerships within the AI-driven drug discovery sector. This role focuses on managing and negotiating high-stakes pharmaceutical agreements, overseeing the full contracting workflow, and developing innovative transaction structures to support the company's growth. With a strong background in biotech/pharma and experience in complex deal-making, the VP will also maintain the company's IP strategy and ensure seamless collaboration across functions to drive deals to completion.
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About Chai Discovery
chaidiscovery.comChai Discovery is a pioneering biotechnology company focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance the design and engineering of biochemical molecules. Their technology aims to improve the processes of designing, predicting, and reprogramming molecular interactions, particularly in the field of antibody development. With the introduction of Chai-2, they are offering advanced solutions that enable zero-shot antibody design, showcasing their commitment to innovation in molecular design.
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About Chai Discovery
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$194k – $254k
per year