Biopharma Growth Architect — CNS

Cognitive Research Corporation

United States

On-site

USD 150,000 - 230,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Cognitive Research Corporation is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead strategic growth in CNS biopharma through targeted account development and high-impact proposals. You will coordinate with clinical, operational, and biometric experts to craft opportunities, presentations and closing strategies, while representing CRC at conferences and driving sales initiatives across the territory.

The role requires a life sciences background, 4+ years in CRO/business development, strong

Qualifications

BA/BS or Master’s in Life Sciences or equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.
4 years of business development experience in CRO and clinical research industries, or equivalent experience.
Knowledgeable in interventional drug development process.
Experience building accounts through networking, prospecting and proposals.
Prior CRO or clinical site sales quota carrying history and target achievement.
Strong oral and written communications skills.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and project management software.
Willingness to travel across territory.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic business development plans to grow key client relationships.
Make targeted calls and emails to prospective clients to initiate relationships.
Create opportunities through qualification and relationship building.
Close qualified business through strategic tactics and collaboration with scientific and operations teams.
Design and execute territory and key account strategies for growth and retention.
Prepare compelling proposals and presentations with clinical and operations teams.
Support proposals team in RFP/RFI responses and coordinate with leadership, finance and legal to close deals.
Represent CRC at industry conferences and trade shows.
Provide competitive intelligence and CRM updates on opportunities.