# Head of Business Development at Orca Bio

- Company: Orca Bio
- What the company does: Orca Bio is helping to deliver the promise of cell therapy to patients without compromise. Backed by Lightspeed and Felicis.
- Company website: https://orcabio.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Menlo Park, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $240K to $340K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-08-17
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/orcabiosystems/14b40c8a-7c7b-4188-a5eb-f4f7f098c427
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/orca-bio-head-of-business-development/

## About the role

As Head of Business Development (reporting into CFO/Head of Strategy), you will drive the company's strategic partnership and licensing strategy, serving as the lead external interface for business development initiatives that advance Orca Bio's pipeline and commercial objectives. You will identify, evaluate, and negotiate partnerships with industry leaders, academic institutions, and research organizations to access promising therapeutics, expand our pipeline, and create strategic value.

## What they're looking for

- PhD, MD, MBA, and/or advanced degree in a relevant scientific or business discipline (immunology, cell biology, cancer biology, business, or related field) strongly preferred
- Proven ability to lead complex negotiations, structure creative deal terms, manage multiple concurrent partnerships at various stages of maturity, and drive deals to close under tight timelines and uncertain conditions
- Proven ability to operate with high independence and entrepreneurial mindset, self-directed problem-solver who can manage multiple priorities and work effectively across geographies and time zones
- Strong interpersonal skills and track record of cross-functional collaboration, ability to build credibility and influence with internal and external stakeholders at all levels

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