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Partnerships and Alliance Management Lead

ChaiDiscoverySan Francisco office
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

Proven track record in alliance management or strategic partnerships in the biopharma sector. Strong operational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities seamlessly. Excellent interpersonal skills, with a knack for building trust and rapport. Scientific background or fluency in relevant scientific topics. Adaptability and agility in a rapidly evolving environment.

About the job

About Chai Discovery

Chai Discovery is an innovative applied research laboratory dedicated to advancing the future of medicine. Our flagship product is a sophisticated design suite for molecules, powered by our cutting-edge frontier models. We empower scientists to develop drugs with unparalleled engineering precision, ultimately unlocking superior medicines for humanity.

Founded by pioneers in the field, we have successfully raised $230 million from prestigious investors including Thrive, General Catalyst, OpenAI, and Dimension. We partner with leading global life sciences companies such as Eli Lilly, who are committed to multi-year, eight-figure annual revenue contributions to our platform.

Renowned for our high talent density, meticulous research, and rapid execution, we are poised for growth.

About this Role

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented leader for our alliances team to ensure our biopharma partnerships are robust, aligned with our goals, and surpassing expectations. You will serve as the operational backbone of each partnership, establishing agendas, aligning stakeholders, monitoring success metrics, and proactively identifying potential issues.

As our inaugural alliances hire, you will report directly to our CEO and be a foundational member of Chai's commercial team. This high-responsibility role requires an individual who excels in execution, has exceptional communication skills, and fosters trust within relationships.

Your Responsibilities

  • Oversee the health of relationships with strategic partners: ensure metrics remain positive, identify risk signals promptly, and facilitate resolutions.

  • Manage client-facing projects and partnerships from inception to completion.

  • Collaborate with field scientists to guarantee timely and successful fulfillment of all commitments.

  • Translate and escalate feedback from partners to inform the broader organization.

Your Profile

  • Demonstrated experience in alliance management, strategic partnerships, customer success, or related roles within the biopharma or biotech sectors.

  • Operationally minded: adept at building systems, adhering to timelines, and ensuring team alignment, without losing focus.

  • Exceptional relationship builder with high emotional intelligence, executive presence, and outstanding communication skills.

  • Possess sufficient scientific knowledge to understand and support scientific team members effectively.

  • Thrives in a fast-paced, lean environment.

What We Offer

Join us at the forefront of AI in healthcare, collaborating with world-class talent on a mission that truly matters. We nurture a culture of high velocity and ownership, where your contributions are valued and rewarded.

About ChaiDiscovery

Chai Discovery is at the intersection of AI and drug development, creating groundbreaking solutions for the pharmaceutical industry. Our commitment to innovation and excellence is matched by our dedication to empowering scientists to create the medicines of tomorrow.

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