Senior Manager/Manager, CRO and KOL Alliances

Role Overview

Lead the identification, qualification, and ongoing management of external R&D ecosystem, including CROs and KOLs, to support scientific strategic programs.

What You Will Do

Manage the full CRO engagement lifecycle, lead KOL networks, and drive EAB and KOL engagements to harvest high-value scientific input.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of scouting, onboarding, and managing top-tier KOLs and establishing and running External Advisory Boards (EABs).

Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences (MS/PhD, DVM, or equivalent) preferred; BS with significant relevant experience considered.
• 5+ years of experience in biotech/pharma, with at least 3 years directly managing CROs, KOL engagements, or external in vivo / translational studies.
• Proven track record of scouting, onboarding, and managing top-tier KOLs, as well as establishing and running External Advisory Boards (EABs).
• Deep, practical knowledge of the end-to-end drug discovery and preclinical development process.
• Strong understanding of in vivo pharmacology, disease models, and/or gene therapy modalities (AAV, LNP, or related platforms).
• Demonstrated experience translating scientific objectives into operational study plans and SOWs.
• Strong proficiency in commercial/contractual terms, rate negotiations, and vendor governance frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage multiple external partners and projects in parallel, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to align diverse stakeholders and present clear updates to scientific and non-scientific audiences.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Travel required for CRO/Institutions onsite evaluations, audits and oversight