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Chief of Staff - Biopharmaceuticals

Princeton, New Jersey Permanent USD120,000 - USD200,000 per year View Job Description
This is a highly visible Chief of Staff opportunity supporting the U.S. business leader of a growing life sciences organization. The role blends strategic planning, executive partnership, and operational execution, ensuring critical priorities are translated into measurable business outcomes.
  • Global biopharmaceutical co. launching novel FDA-approved antibiotic this year.
  • Help shape the strategic direction working with senior executive leadership team

About Our Client

Our client is a major biopharmaceuticals company with multiple commercialized pharmaceuticals and biologics commercialized globally. In the US, the business has an FDA approved antibiotic expected to launch by end of 2026. This lead antibiotic has received favorable data with an expectation to take a strong market share. The US antibiotics business has a robust pipeline of additional assets expected to launch in the near future.

Job Description

  • Partner closely with the U.S. business leader to develop and execute strategic priorities.
  • Support long-range planning, business reviews, and executive-level presentations.
  • Conduct market, competitive, and industry analysis to inform key decisions.
  • Lead program governance for critical cross-functional initiatives and growth projects.
  • Develop executive dashboards and performance reporting to track business objectives.
  • Coordinate stakeholders across commercial, medical, regulatory, finance, and HR functions.
  • Prepare leadership briefings, meeting materials, and executive communications.
  • Act as a liaison between U.S. operations and international leadership teams.
  • Drive accountability, follow-up, and issue resolution across strategic workstreams.
  • Support leadership meetings, organizational initiatives, and change management activities.



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The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Strategy, Life Sciences, or a related field.
  • 6+ years of experience within pharmaceuticals, life sciences, healthcare consulting, or a similar environment.
  • Track record in NCE or commercial launch.
  • Strong understanding of the U.S. pharmaceutical market and commercial operations.
  • Experience supporting senior executives or C-suite leaders preferred.
  • Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven track record of managing complex projects from planning through execution.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with executive-level presence.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders across functions without direct authority.
  • Advanced proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and reporting/dashboard tools.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base pay with incentives and growth.
  • Flexibility to be remote in the US with occasional travel.
  • Extremely positive data on the lead antibiotic taken to market.
  • Direct partnership with a senior executive and exposure to key business decisions.
  • Opportunity to contribute to high-profile strategic and operational initiatives.
  • Broad cross-functional visibility across commercial, medical, regulatory, and corporate teams.
  • Significant career development and leadership exposure within a growing organization.
  • Dynamic environment with opportunities to drive measurable business impact.
  • Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.
  • A collaborative culture focused on innovation, accountability, and professional growth.
Contact
Daniel Ferzoco
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7074528

Job summary

Sector
Life Sciences
Sub Sector
Biotechnology
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Where
Princeton
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Daniel Ferzoco
Job Reference
JN-072026-7074528
 

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