Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION – Technology platform evaluation

Job Title: Manager / Senior Manager

Location: Beijing

Report to: Sr. Director, R&D China Innovation Collaboration Center

Position Objective

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with expertise in drug R&D scientific intelligence. In this role, the candidate will conduct fundamental scientific analysis across various therapeutic areas and technology platforms. The candidate will also be responsible for generating a variety of reports and presentations that deliver concrete insights, supporting scientific assessment and due diligence on emerging technologies and innovations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Write formal reports and prepare presentation materials, such as project evaluation reports, project progress update reports, due diligence reports, data summary presentation, project update presentation etc.Collect and summarize preclinical and clinical data from various sources for comprehensive landscape mapping of indications, drug targets, and new modalities / technologies, conduct deep dive comparisons on current and emerging treatment options and compose research reports.Analyze scientific literatures on disease and target MOA, generate insights on unmet medical needs, critical challenges, emerging development trends, key benchmarks for new drug development, etc.Perform in-depth research on emerging technologies and platforms related to RNA, identify significant scientific advancements and trends, and establish prioritized strategies for the development of RNA-related therapeutics.Monitor scientific and industry progress and update reports with newly emerging insights periodically.Participate in external project evaluation, collect and analyze information on specific topics related to project of interest to support evaluation, and responding to special due diligence request.

Key Requirement

Education and background: Ph.D. / Postdoc in biology with a specialization in RNA-related studies is required. Hand-on experience in RNA biology-related assays.

Work experience: 1-3 years of work experience in one of the following areas: 1) market research or competitive intelligence of pharmaceutical R&D OR 2) academic research or drug R&D focused on RNA biology or RNA structure. Previous positions that involved asset-level scientific diligence (such as roles in biotech-focused consulting, biotech equity research, biotech investment analyst or pharmaceutical pipeline strategy) are preferred but not required.

Skills: Proficient in managing and analyzing substantial volumes of data and able to compile and write reports and presentations in a fast-paced environment

Strong information search & collection capability, proficient skills in using commercial & public database and various other sources.Sharp analytical skills in dissecting preclinical and clinical data with rigorous attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication & presentation skills in Chinese and English.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

no

Job Posting End Date:

05/31/2025

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Requisition ID:R328541