Gene Editing Strategy Business Partner

Location

Champaign, IL | United States

Job description

GDM: evolving agriculture

Did you know that 40% of the worldwide soybean production is made with GDM genetics?

We are a leading global company in plant genetics that applies state of the art technology to research, develop, and put on the market the highest yield varieties of soybeans. GDM's culture is oriented to reflect our innovation efforts and dynamism. These aspects are all balanced and guided by our values of transparency and respect. We are constantly growing and looking for people with similar values to join us! We thrive on creating new opportunities for our business and for our people. If you are looking for a place you can grow, look no more.

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Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Gene Editing and Business Strategy Manager with a strong focus on the seed industry innovation. The successful candidate will lead strategic business initiatives related to gene editing projects, specifically aimed at improving seed traits and contributing to the development of next-generation seed varieties and hybrids with added value.

It's important for the GE Business Partner to balance scientific innovation, business strategy with financial considerations to drive sustainable growth and success for the company in a competitive seeds industry environment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Give orientation on Targets and lead negotiations with 3rd parties related with future royalties and/or upfront payments related with the GE business.
• Develop and build business plans for each project to help decision making process for GE projects aligned with overall business objective
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate GE initiatives into broader R&D plans
• Market analysis for seed traits: product commercialization, partnership and collaboration impact
• Ensure that GE projects yield a positive return on investment by aligning strategies with market demands and successfully navigating regulatory processes.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Expertise in commercial relationship, partnership, and business & license agreements negotiations with 3rd parties (large, medium and startups companies as well as Universities and/or scientific public institutions).
• Deep understanding of seed industry dynamics and market trends
• Entrepreneurship mind-set
• Influence / innovation / strong project management and communication skills

Education and Experience:

• BS in Business Administration, Agronomy, Economics, or Industrial Engineering
• Fluent in Spanish preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

We Invest in You!

• Warm and welcoming environment
• Growth opportunities
• Health benefits for you and your family starting the first of the month after you start
• Four weeks of paid time off with additional weeks added based on years of service
• Parental leave policy with five weeks paid time off for mother and father
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays plus a floating holiday to use at your discretion
• Catered lunches on the days you work at the GDM office

GDM Seeds is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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