Strand Research is seeking an entrepreneurial and driven individual to identify and execute growth strategies for the company. In this role, you will be focused on sourcing acquisition targets related to haircare innovation and scientific advancements. You'll leverage your expertise and market knowledge to help accelerate our expansion and bring breakthrough products to market. This is a demanding role, with a high level of ownership and autonomy - if you are hungry, eager to learn, and ready for impactful work that will drive growth at an early stage, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll do:
Identify and assess potential acquisition targets, including companies, technologies, and intellectual property, to determine strategic fit and value to our R&D pipeline
Independently conduct research, reviewing sources including academic papers, patents, and industry publications, to identify emerging opportunities.
Become the in-house expert on new developments and capabilities, responsible for zero-defect research & analysis and communicating insights
Identify strategic partnership and collaboration opportunities with key players in the industry, both from academia and industry
Identify avenues for growth based on market trends, competitive dynamics, + white space for innovation / disruption and develop novel strategies to capture the opportunity
Work on a wide range of projects and execute against the company's strategic objectives
Who we are:
Strand Research is a biotechnology startup dedicated to developing and optimizing novel molecules for consumer applications, with a primary focus on hair. Positioned at the crossroads of science and beauty, our mission is to address the most significant challenges in hair care faced by consumers today. We are committed to innovation driven by rigorous data and relentless pursuit of efficacy, creating solutions that will set new industry standards and redefine what is possible in hair care. Our lab is based in Kendall Square and we have secured substantial funding, providing us with several years of runway to bring groundbreaking ingredients to market.
Who You Are:
2-3 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or management consulting with a strong background in due diligence
Excited by science, with a strong interest in the biotechnology, drug discovery, or beauty and personal care industries
Experience with financial modeling
Quick learner with the ability to grasp complex scientific concepts and translate into insights
Excellent communicator, capable of presenting findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Hungry self-starter with the desire to work independently and drive projects from inception to completion
Adaptable and eager to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Interested? Reach out to learn more and apply at gina@strand-research.com