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Life Sciences VC Specialist

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1 year ago
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Your newpany

Imagine joining an investment firm that operates at the forefront of transformative technologies. Hays have been exclusively retained by an emerging, but significantly backed Life Sciences fund looking to add their next member of the team. They are backed by influential industrial conglomerates, which gives them a unique edge and their team thrives on innovation, actively incubating breakthroughs and providing true support to growing/emergingpanies.

Why Join Us?

Cutting-Edge Exploration: We’re not afraid to venture into uncharted territory. Ourmitment to pioneering solutions sets us apart.Global Network: Our relationships with industry leaders and visionaries drive our success. You’ll be part of a dynamic ecosystem.Impactful Work: From due diligence to portfolio growth, your contributions matter. We’re not just investors; we’re catalysts for change.Central Location: Our London base provides access to vibrant cafes, parks, and cultural hubs.

Your new role

As aLife Sciences Investment Consultant, you’ll play a pivotal role:

Sourcing Excellence: Collaborate with senior team members to uncover novel life science opportunities. Build a robust network with leading academic institutions, founders, and industry experts.Evidence-Based Diligence: Conduct thorough technical assessments. Leverage databases, social media, and our network of experts. Craftpelling investment memos.Portfolio Impact: Support existing portfoliopanies technically and strategically.Market Insights: Shape our research agenda. Analyse emerging modalities and market trends.

What you'll need to succeed

You’ll have:

Meticulous Approach: Hold yourself to high standards. Base decisions on evidence-backed research.Ambitious Autonomy: Thrive in ambiguity. Develop your own diligence and sourcing networks.Independent Mindset: Champion the fund’s best interests, even when faced with pressure to change your perspective.Self-Motivation: Adapt to our dynamic environment.Educational Background: A Master’s or PhD in a relevant Life Sciences field (molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, etc.) from a world leading institution / top lab (or equivalent experience)Experience: A deep understanding of biology, genetics or similar, gained either through education, working within R&D (eg within pharma/biotech/academia/start-up), or Life Sciences VC as an associate or investment manager/Director.

What you'll get in return

You’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the Life Sciences sector, working with the next generation on cutting edge technologies and breakthroughpanies.

You’ll also be learning from a highly experienced team who can develop your career and put you in a position to truly thrive within the Venture Capital space.

There’s also a generous salary package, including vesting carried interest in the fund.

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