Business Development Manager (EU)

Metric Bio; France; À distance; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading biotech firm is seeking a Business Development Manager (Europe) to drive commercial growth across the European market. The ideal candidate will build strategic relationships with pharma, biotech, and academic partners, leveraging their advanced life sciences background. This remote position requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to simplify complex technologies into practical R&D solutions. Excellent communication skills are essential for engaging decision-makers and turning innovations into real-world impact.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development or strategic partnerships within life sciences or biotech.
• Deep understanding of drug discovery, tissue engineering, or stem cell biology.

Responsabilités

• Drive commercial growth across the European market.
• Build strategic relationships with pharma, biotech, CRO, and academic partners.
• Lead commercial negotiations and oversee the business cycle.

Connaissances

Business Development

Strategic Partnerships

Technical Communication

Market Analysis

Relationship Management

Formation

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Cell Biology, Bioengineering, or Pharmacology

Description du poste

Overview

Recruitment Partner | Biotech R&D | Computational Bio & Chem

Business Development Manager (Europe)

Location: Remote (Europe)

About the Company

This Seattle based team enables biopharmaceutical R&D teams to make better, faster, and more predictive decisions by bridging the gap between preclinical models and human biology. Their cutting-edge portfolio integrates advanced 3D tissue models, biosystems, and data analytics to deliver functional human data that improves drug safety, efficacy, and potency; helping the industry move beyond animal models toward more human-relevant science.

The Role

The Business Development Manager (Europe) will drive commercial growth across the European market by building strategic relationships with pharma, biotech, CRO, and academic partners. This position blends scientific depth with commercial execution; ideal for someone who can translate complex technologies into practical R&D solutions. The right person thrives in the field, engaging directly with scientists and decision-makers through site visits and meetings to turn innovation into real-world impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and close new business opportunities across key EU territories.
• Develop and manage relationships with decision-makers and scientific stakeholders to drive adoption of the company’s platforms and services.
• Build tailored account strategies to penetrate high-value markets in pharma, biotech, CROs, and academia.

Scientific and Technical Engagement

• Develop expert-level understanding of the company’s portfolio, including its human-relevant 3D tissue systems and assay platforms.
• Present and demonstrate technologies in a way that translates technical capability into clear commercial value.
• Act as a trusted scientific consultant and advocate for human-based model systems in preclinical research.

Deal Execution & Strategic Planning

• Lead commercial negotiations and oversee the full business cycle from lead generation through contract execution.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure customer success and long-term partnerships.
• Monitor competitive and market trends, providing insights to inform commercial strategy and product roadmaps.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Education: Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a relevant life sciences discipline such as Cell Biology, Bioengineering, or Pharmacology.
• Experience: Proven track record in business development, strategic partnerships, or customer-facing scientific roles within life sciences or biotech.
• Technical Background: Deep understanding of drug discovery, tissue engineering, or stem cell biology. Familiarity with biological instrumentation or assay development is a plus.
• Mindset: Strategic, independent, and resourceful; comfortable operating autonomously in a fast-moving, international environment.
• Communication Skills: Ability to simplify complex science and engage audiences ranging from R&D scientists to senior executives.
• Network: Established relationships within European pharma and biotech are highly desirable.