Antiverse

Engineering the future of antibody drug development to change the course of people’s lives!

Do you want to be part of an ambitious techbio start-up successfully tackling an issue nobody thought possible?

We are seeking a VP of Business Development & Licensing to build and expand Antiverse’s portfolio of strategic partnerships, with a focus on securing high-value collaborations with global pharma.

This role will be responsible for shaping and executing Antiverse’s business development strategy, while building the foundations of a world-class BD function, with a clear path to Chief Business Officer.

Join us to grow and evolve with a company transforming drug discovery!

Culture and Values

We believe in the power of autonomy nurtured in a culture with the following values.

People first

We work to make things better for everyone: both on a societal level and a personal level. We will thrive, as a team, as a company and as a society by combining smartness with thoughtfulness across everything we do.

Rigour & agility

We move fast and innovate in our thinking, yet combine this agility with utter rigour and robustness. We are dedicated to delivering rock-solid solutions.

Interdisciplinarity

Our interdisciplinary approach goes deeper than our science. We believe that the best ideas and the most interesting conversations often come from synthesising diverse expertise and experiences.

Dignity & nurture

We fundamentally believe in the value of each individual and the worth of their contribution regardless of the outcome. We believe that we all thrive best in a nurturing environment, and everything in our power is committed to building this supportive culture.

Go where there's a need

We have the potential to transform lives. We will not let ourselves be sidetracked in this calling. We will not fail those whose future we can save.

Role

This role will be responsible for shaping and executing Antiverse’s business development strategy, while building the foundations of a world-class BD function, with a clear path to Chief Business Officer.

• Own a focused set of high-priority pharma accounts

• Lead deals from initial engagement through to signed agreement

• Structure and negotiate complex licensing and collaboration agreements

• Transition Antiverse to targeted, account-driven BD

• Build deep, multi-threaded relationships with senior decision-makers (SVP+, CSO, BD leadership)

• Position Antiverse as a long-term strategic partner

• Partner with the C-suite and board on partnership strategy and positioning

• Translate platform and pipeline capabilities into compelling deal narratives

• Optimise deal structures across upfronts, milestones, and multi-target frameworks

• Establish BD processes, CRM discipline, and account planning frameworks

• Hire and develop a high-performing BD team over time

• Collaborate closely with marketing, scientific leadership, and external partners

• Significant experience in biotech/pharma BD&L

• Demonstrated track record of closing strategic partnerships

• Experience with platform companies (AI drug discovery, biologics, GPCRs or related areas is a plus)

• Strategic thinker with strong execution capability

• Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, early-stage environment

Benefits

• Competitive base salary - DOE

• Stock Options

• 25 days + public holidays

• 3 Summer Fridays

• Private medical insurance

• Flexible working hours

• Office in Kendall Square

• Allowances for equipment, both for home and office

• Discounted Gym and Pool membership

• Referral Bonus

No recruiters, please.

Department

Discovery Team

Locations

Boston

Remote status

Hybrid