Matrisome Bio is a founder-led, venture-backed biotech company focused on improving the lives of patients with chronic diseases such as cancer and fibrosis. Our transformative platform enables the development of novel therapeutic approaches by leveraging the properties of the extracellular matrix (ECM). With an initial focus on oncology, we aim to change the paradigm of targeted therapies across chronic diseases. Matrisome Bio’s founding team and scientific advisors represent leaders in academia, industry, and biotech entrepreneurship.

If you are excited about shaping the future of targeted therapies in a dynamic startup environment and want to work with a highly motivated and diverse team, come join us!

Position Summary

Matrisome Bio is seeking a highly motivated Head of Corporate & Business Development to support and drive the growth of our early-stage biotechnology company. In this full-time role, you will balance responsibilities across strategy, operations, planning, corporate and business development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for biotech innovation, be comfortable with broad and evolving responsibilities, and thrive in a dynamic startup environment. You will work closely with the CEO and leadership team to help shape the strategic direction of the company and support business development initiatives. This is an on-site position based in Cambridge, MA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Corporate Development & Strategic Planning:

  • Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team to refine the company’s strategy and long-term growth plan, ensuring alignment with emerging market opportunities and internal capabilities.

  • Represent the company in discussions with potential external partners, including pharma/biotech companies, investors, and collaborators.

  • Perform market analysis and competitive landscape assessments to guide pipeline strategy and business development efforts.

  • Support the CEO in preparing materials for fundraising efforts, including pitch decks and financial projections.

  • Provide operational and strategic support throughout the fundraising process, ensuring alignment with company objectives.

• Business Development & Operations:

  • Lead strategic partnering initiatives, including identifying, evaluating, and negotiating partnerships, licensing agreements, and collaborations with different stakeholders to expand Matrisome Bio's pipeline.

  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment between corporate strategy and operational goals, including tracking and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs).

  • Adapt to the evolving needs of an early-stage company, stepping in where needed and taking ownership of new initiatives to support the company’s growth.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Education:

  • MBA combined with an undergrad degree in life sciences or advanced degree (MS or PhD) in life sciences, bioengineering, or related discipline.

• Experience:

  • 6+ years of experience in biotechnology/pharma strategy, business development/operations, life science consulting or venture capital.

  • Experience in oncology is a plus but not required.

  • Proven track record of leading and closing strategic transactions, including partnerships, licensing, and M&A deals.

  • Experience representing a company in high-stakes external meetings with partners, investors, or collaborators.

• Skills & Attributes:

  • Motivated by the company's mission to advance breakthrough therapies for diseases with high unmet need.

  • Outstanding analytical skills with attention to detail, financial acumen and strategic thinking abilities.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the capacity to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and a willingness to take on broad and evolving responsibilities.

What We Offer:

• Unique opportunity to be a key contributor as one of the first team members in shaping the strategy and growth of an innovative biotech company founded by world renowned experts in Extracellular Matrix (ECM) biology, oncology, and bioengineering.

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision coverage, 401k plan, company paid holidays, paid time off, paid parental leave benefit, dependent care FSA, and equity/stock options

• Professional development through mentorship and training while working together to meet the company goals

• A dynamic and collaborative start-up ecosystem with weekly social events and networking opportunities

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Working conditions may include prolonged periods of being at a stationary desk or work computer, occasionally adjusting, handling, or moving objects up to 30 pounds, assessing the accuracy, neatness, and/or thoroughness of the work assigned and communicating with others to exchange information.

Matrisome Bio requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.

Matrisome Bio is based in Massachusetts with an office location in Cambridge, MA. Matrisome is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.