About the job
At Aditum Bio, we are dedicated to providing patients with access to transformative medicines. Co-founded by industry leaders Joe Jimenez, former CEO of Novartis, and Mark Fishman, former President of the Novartis Institutes for Biomedical Research, our firm explores scientific avenues with significant medical implications and seeks drug candidates that meet these opportunities. What sets Aditum apart is our commitment not only to identifying and licensing drug candidates but also to defining, preparing for, and conducting the initial definitive clinical trials.
Position Summary:
The Senior Associate will collaborate closely with Aditum Bio partners to identify promising investment opportunities and facilitate the due diligence processes related to these opportunities, including modeling and simulation. This role is critical throughout the investment lifecycle, from defining initial areas of interest to assisting in diligence, deal negotiations, and new company formation.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Research and propose potential investment ideas. The Senior Associate will explore various pathways and indications, develop investment theses, and validate these with Aditum Partners, Advisors, and externally curated experts.
- Conduct research to uncover new investment opportunities. The Associate will engage with key contacts and prospects to evaluate drug assets that may interest the Aditum Bio investment team.
- Participate in scientific review panels: Collaborate with Aditum Bio partners and scientific advisors to discuss interim findings and utilize feedback to refine research and recommendations.
- Manage deal diligence and transactions: Perform due diligence on therapies of interest, including scientific, clinical, and financial evaluations. Work alongside Aditum Bio experts to develop clinical strategies, development plans, and budgets. Present findings to the Aditum Bio Investment Committee and collaborate with external partners on deal discussions and transactions.
- Lead new company incubation and operations: Assist in the incubation of new companies and operational activities.

