We build models of life beyond human understanding. Our models extrapolate from data to design breakthrough medicines for humanity’s most challenging diseases. Backed by a16z.
About the role
At Inceptive, you will drive development forward that could help billions of people. To accomplish this, you will be part of a collaborative, antedisciplinary team building our biological software. We are looking for an exceptional and motivated individual to join our business development team.
What they're looking for
- Ph.D. or M.S. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or a related life sciences field, MBA a plus
- 5+ years of experience in alliance management, business development, or strategic partnerships within the biopharmaceutical or biotech industry
- Working knowledge of oligonucleotide therapeutics — particularly siRNA biology, mechanism of action, and drug development challenges
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-party research or licensing collaborations from initiation through program delivery
- Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, ability to influence without direct authority across internal and external stakeholders
- Strong project management skills with proficiency in tools such as Linear, Notion, or equivalent platforms
More about this role
At Inceptive, you will drive development forward that could help billions of people. To accomplish this, you will be part of a collaborative, antedisciplinary team building our biological software.
We are looking for an exceptional and motivated individual to join our business development team.
You will be joining a dynamic and agile team, set to execute on our mission and capitalize on scientific, business, and strategic opportunities. We are seeking an Alliance Manager to lead and grow our strategic partnerships in oligonucleotide therapeutics, with a primary focus on small interfering RNA (siRNA) drug discovery. As a key member of our Business Development team, you will serve as the primary interface between our company and our external partners — spanning pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, and technology providers — ensuring alliances are structured for scientific success and commercial value.
This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge AI-driven biology and next-generation RNA therapeutics. You will leverage our proprietary AI platform to identify, establish, and manage high-impact collaborations that accelerate the development of siRNA-based medicines.
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