Business Development Director (Clinical Reaserch)
Core
Strategic sales and business development for a Clinical Research Organization (CRO), focusing on identifying new markets, securing service contracts with biopharmaceutical clients, and managing account strategies.
Role type
Senior Business Development Director (CRO)
Builds
Profitable service contracts for clinical trials, safety studies, and audits
Domain
Clinical Research / Biopharmaceuticals
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
CRO sales experience, strategic planning, negotiation, market research, proposal leadership, stakeholder management, competitor analysis, presentation skills, budget/contract negotiation, change order coordination
Preferred skills
Established network in Pharma/Biotech, knowledge of clinical trials regulations, entrepreneurship mindset, travel adaptability
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Initiate and develop strategic sales plans; identify new markets and business opportunities; lead proposal preparation and sponsor presentations; coordinate budget and contract negotiations; interact with operations to track study status and manage change orders; maintain client relationships; plan and attend industry events
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
