Edison Scientific

Strategic Partnerships Lead

San Francisco, CA · Exec

Sponsorship not specified$200k-$350kDetected 137 days ago

Machine LearningAgentic AIBusiness DevelopmentBioinformaticsResearchLeadershipCommunication

About the role

Scientific discovery moves too slowly, and autonomous AI agents are how we intend to fix that.
You'll be responsible for generating new business, securing transformative partnerships, managing key accounts, and shaping our go-to-market strategy.
This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on dealmaking and offers the opportunity to directly influence the adoption of AI in science at scale.

Shape go-to-market strategy by contributing competitive intelligence, refining market positioning, and building repeatable playbooks.
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal product, engineering, and research teams to ensure client needs are met and delivery is seamless.
Edison Scientific builds and commercializes AI agents for science.
We're assembling a team of top researchers and engineers across AI and biology to build an AI scientist.
As a Strategic Partnerships Lead, you will lead Edison's engagement with the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors.
Our office is a converted warehouse with high ceilings, open space, and a team that genuinely believes in what they're building.

5+ years of business development experience, ideally in biotech, pharma, or AI-driven startups.
A strong track record of closing creative, high-value deals in category-defining products or emerging markets.
Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to make complex technical and scientific concepts resonate with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated high-agency experience in BD, strategy, or founder/operator roles, with a proven ability to build and scale new initiatives.
A systems thinker who can also execute with precision and urgency.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving progress in 0→1 environments.
Bonus points for
Deep understanding of pharma R&D and its commercial landscape.
Background in computational biology, drug discovery, or machine learning.
$200,000-$350,000
Offers equity
Why join us?
Competitive salary and equity

Support for growing families, including a yearly new parent stipend and fertility coverage through Carrot
$300 health and wellness benefit

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