Bio-Business Development Specialist

LinkZill; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

LinkZill in Cambridge seeks a Bio-Business Development Specialist to drive biotech expansion. You will work closely with the CEO to identify opportunities, build relationships with biotech firms and research institutions, and assess feasibility and commercial potential of projects.

The ideal candidate has a biology background, strong market insight, and excellent communication and negotiation skills to advance partnerships in a fast-paced life sciences environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in biology, life sciences, biotechnology, or related field.
• Experience in business development or market analysis in biotech preferred.
• Strong market insight with ability to translate science to business terms.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills across cultures.
• Strong project management and ability to drive multiple initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support CEO in developing and implementing strategic expansion initiatives in biotech.
• Establish and maintain relationships with biotech companies and research institutions for partnerships.
• Conduct due diligence and assess technical feasibility and commercial potential.
• Assist in business negotiations to progress partnerships.
• Represent LinkZill at industry conferences and forums to boost visibility.

Skills

Business development

Market analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Project management

Biology background

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology/life sciences/biotech

Job description

The Bradfield Centre, 184 Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge CB4 OGA, UK

LinkZill is seeking a Bio-Business Development Specialist to support its expansion in the biotech field. Reporting to the CEO Office, the ideal candidate will have a solid background in biology or a related field, along with a strong passion for business development. This role requires the ability to independently drive projects, a sharp market insight, and excellent communication skills to foster meaningful business relationships. We also welcome applications from students with relevant technical backgrounds for internship opportunities.

• Support the CEO in developing and implementing strategic initiatives for business expansion in the bio-tech industry, identifying new market opportunities and partnerships.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with potential partners, including biotech companies and research institutions, to facilitate project collaborations.
• Conduct due diligence and assess technical feasibility of projects, evaluating commercial potential and associated risks.
• Assist the CEO in business negotiations to ensure smooth progression of partnerships.
• Represent LinkZill at industry conferences, trade shows, and forums to enhance visibility and influence within the life sciences sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in biology, life sciences, biotechnology, or a related field; additional qualifications in business, management, or marketing are a plus.
• Experience in business development, market analysis, or a related role in the biotech industry; experience with multinational corporations or research institution partnerships preferred.
• Strong market insight and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into commercial terms.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively across diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Strong project management abilities, with a track record of organizing and advancing multiple projects efficiently.
• Knowledge of legal regulations, intellectual property management, and commercial models within the biotechnology industry.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• High level of responsibility, self-motivation, and adaptability to a fast-paced business environment; a strong team player.

Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience.Benefits including: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plans.

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The Bradfield Centre, 184 Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge CB4 0GA, UK