Business Development Analyst

Acino International AG; Dubai; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic pharmaceutical company in Dubai as part of the Business Development team, evaluating innovative product opportunities through scientific analysis and market insights. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Pharmacy, coupled with experience in pharmaceuticals or consulting, and strong analytical and collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in pharmaceuticals, life sciences, or consulting.
• Familiar with pharmaceutical databases.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial scientific and commercial evaluation of new product opportunities.
• Track and maintain BD opportunity status using internal trackers.
• Prepare presentations and pitch decks for internal and external discussions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research abilities

Presentation skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related field

Master's in Business or Finance

Tools

IQVIA

GlobalData

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

AI tools

Job description

Acino is a Swiss pharmaceutical company, leader in advanced drug delivery technologies. We have a clear focus on selected emerging markets in the Middle East, Africa, the CIS Region and Latin America, and operate in some of the most dynamic countries of the world. We value courage, commitment, trust and empathy and provide an environment that supports initiative and effort. We are proud to be action-oriented and open-minded, with a strong focus on quality and product availability, even in remote and hard to reach areas of the world.

The position is based in Dubai, UAE and will report directly to the Head of Licensing, META. The role is responsible for supporting the Business Development team in evaluating and advancing new product opportunities-primarily innovative assets and multinational company (MNC) portfolios-through scientific analysis, commercial forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is instrumental in shaping GenMed's pipeline through strategic targeting, rigorous opportunity qualification and business case development.

Your Responsibilities will be:

• Conduct initial scientific and commercial evaluation of new product opportunities, with a focus on innovative assets and MNC portfolios.
• Analyze disease prevalence, market trends, competitive landscape, and pricing using industry databases (e.g., IQVIA, GlobalData).
• Develop high-level forecasts (top-down or bottom-up) to qualify opportunities for further exploration.
• Refine forecasts based on input from regional commercial, regulatory, and medical teams.
• Support the development of business cases; collaborate with internal stakeholders (Finance, Regulatory, Supply Chain, QA, Medical) to validate assumptions and ensure feasibility.
• Prepare presentations and pitch decks for internal decision-making and external partner discussions.
• Track, update, and maintain BD opportunity status using internal trackers and dashboards.
• Leverage existing and emerging databases to identify potential product or partner targets aligned with GenMed's strategic priorities.
• Utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance opportunity assessment, market research, and forecasting accuracy.
• Actively explore and propose innovative AI applications that could further optimize BD processes and insights.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related field.
• Master's in Business or Finance is a plus.
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in pharmaceuticals, life sciences, or consulting.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical databases (e.g., IQVIA, GlobalData).
• Experience using AI tools or platforms for business analysis or market evaluation, with interest in identifying emerging applications.
• Excellent command of writing and spoken English, Arabic is a plus.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Clear communication and presentation skills.
• Collaborative and solution-oriented mindset.

This is the opportunity to join a very dynamic organization, where decisions are taken fast and where you can actively participate in shaping our future. If this sounds exciting, we would love to hear more about you!