Business Development Manager | CDMO

Canton Biologics; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Canton Biologics in Hong Kong seeks a proactive Business Development professional with a PhD to drive collaborations with biotech and pharmaceutical companies worldwide. You will lead strategic client engagement and coordinate internal teams to tailor solutions.

Engage in technical discussions, quotations, and contract negotiations while representing the company at international conferences. Travel internationally is expected as part of the role.

Qualifications

• PhD required in biotechnology or related fields.
• Solid foundational knowledge in biologic drug R&D and manufacturing.
• Excellent English for international business communication.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop collaboration opportunities with biotech, pharmaceutical and innovative drug companies worldwide.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with prospective clients, partners and industry stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal technical teams to develop customized solutions and negotiate contracts.
• Represent the company at international conferences, trade shows and business events.

Skills

English proficiency

Presentation skills

Communication

Client relationship management

Travel willingness

Education

PhD in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences or related disciplines

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Development & Client Acquisition

• Identify and develop collaboration opportunities with biotech, pharmaceutical and innovative drug companies worldwide.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with prospective clients, partners and industry stakeholders.
• Continuously source high‑quality leads and drive conversion of project opportunities.

2. Technical & Commercial Communication

• Gain deep understanding of client requirements, and coordinate internal technical teams to develop customized solutions.
• Engage in technical discussions, project quotation, proposal preparation and contract negotiation.
• Serve as the key liaison between clients and internal R&D, manufacturing and project management teams.

3. Market Intelligence & Strategic Partnerships

• Monitor global biopharma industry trends and competitive landscape.
• Represent the company at international conferences, trade shows and business events.
• Foster strategic collaborations with universities, research institutes and biotech innovators.

Requirements

1. PhD in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences or related disciplines.
2. Fresh PhD graduates are welcome to apply.
3. Solid foundational knowledge in biologic drug R&D and manufacturing.
4. Excellent English proficiency (fluent in listening, speaking, reading and writing) for international business communication.
5. Strong presentation, communication and client relationship management skills.
6. Willingness to travel internationally.