Are you ready to use your scientific expertise to help transform bold ideas into life-changing medicines? If so, Kaigene could be the right place for you.

At Kaigene, patients come first. We are driven to address unmet medical needs around the world by thinking big, moving quickly, and working together to turn the impossible into reality. If you take initiative, lead with confidence, collaborate naturally, and stay curious about what science can do, you’ll fit right in.

About Kaigene in Rockville, MD

Founded in 2022, Kaigene is a startup dedicated to the discovery and development of innovative medicines using antibody-based technologies. Our mission is to create best-in-class biotherapeutics for patients living with autoimmune disease. Our management team brings deep industry experience and a strong track record in biologics discovery and development.

We consider our employees our most valuable asset and are committed to providing meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and advance professionally. Kaigene fosters an environment of innovation, open communication, knowledge building, and teamwork—where employees can see the direct impact of their work on the success of the organization.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Development professional to lead and execute partnering strategy across Kaigene’s pipeline and platform technologies. This individual will play a key role in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic collaborations, licensing opportunities, and financing transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategy aligned with Kaigene’s pipeline and platform priorities. 

• Identify and evaluate partnership opportunities, including: Licensing (in/out), collaborations

• Lead deal processes: Target identification and outreach, Confidential discussions and data room management, term sheet negotiation and deal structuring 

• Conduct scientific and commercial due diligence, including: Competitive landscape analysis, target validation and differentiation, market opportunity assessment 

• Build and maintain relationships with biotech/pharma partners, investors, and advisors. 

• Work closely with internal R&D teams to align scientific strategy with partnering goals. 

• Prepare high-quality presentations and materials for partners, investors, and board meetings. 

Requirements

• Degree in life sciences, business, or related discipline.

• 5+ years of experience in biotech/pharma business development, consulting, or related roles. 

• Strong understanding of antibody therapeutics or related sciences 

• Demonstrated experience in: Deal sourcing and execution, Licensing transactions and partnership negotiations 

• Ability to understand and communicate complex scientific concepts. 

• Strong financial and strategic thinking skills (valuation, deal structuring). 

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. 

• Language: Fluent in Korean, and professional working proficiency in English.

Statement 

Kaigene is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. 

Job type: Full-time 

We may consider supporting visa/green card application for qualified candidates.

- Contact: kh.min@kaigene.com (301-201-0010)

- Application requirement: Resume