Business Development Associate - Pharma Partnerships

Fulgent-Therapeutics-1; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulgent Genetics seeks a driven Business Development Associate – Pharma Partnerships to expand our Pharma Services portfolio. This remote role requires residence within driving distance of Boston to attend in-person meetings and events.

You will identify opportunities, engage pharmaceutical and biotech partners, and coordinate with senior BD and scientific teams to translate our multi-omics capabilities into collaboration and growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s degree considered.
• Strong understanding of molecular testing, genomics, proteomics, and biomarker discovery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with hunter mindset; able to work independently and build a local network.
• Willingness to attend in-person meetings several days per week.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage new contacts within pharmaceutical and biotech organizations.
• Initiate discussions with scientists and decision-makers involved in translational research, biomarker development, and precision medicine programs.
• Attend local networking events, seminars, and conferences to expand Fulgent’s brand awareness and build relationships.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings between prospective clients and senior BD or scientific staff.
• Maintain accurate outreach and activity records in CRM (Salesforce).

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Genetics

Molecular testing

Education

Master's degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field

Bachelor’s degree with relevant laboratory or industry experience

Job description

About UsFounded in 2011, Fulgent has evolved into a premier, full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform.Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike.Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company.Summary of Position**This remote position requires candidates to reside within driving distance of Boston for occasional in-person meetings and events.**Fulgent Genetics is seeking a driven, scientific-minded Business Development Associate – Pharma Partnerships to help expand our Pharma Services business.This role is ideal for a motivated early-career professional (0–3 years of experience) who thrives on connecting advanced technologies with real-world applications in drug discovery and development. You will focus on engaging with pharmaceutical and biotech companies, introducing Fulgent’s comprehensive multi-omics and molecular testing services that support translational research, biomarker discovery, and clinical development.Working closely with senior business development and scientific teams, you will help identify opportunities, initiate client engagement, and contribute directly to the growth of Fulgent’s business.Key Job ElementsIdentify and engage new contacts within pharmaceutical and biotech organizations.Initiate discussions with scientists and decision-makers involved in translational research, biomarker development, and precision medicine programs.Attend local networking events, seminars, and conferences to expand Fulgent’s brand awareness and build relationships across the biotech-pharma ecosystem.Schedule and coordinate meetings between prospective clients and senior BD or scientific staff.Maintain accurate outreach and activity records in CRM (Salesforce).Collaborate with marketing and BD leadership to prioritize target accounts and develop territory-specific outreach strategies.Support follow-up activities and ensure smooth transitions between lead generation and opportunity development.Required Knowledge and ExperienceMaster’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field preferred; Bachelor’s with relevant laboratory or industry experience will be considered.Strong understanding or interest in molecular testing, genomics, proteomics, and biomarker discovery.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Confident in engaging with scientists and researchers at all levels.Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple outreach activities.Self-starter with a hunter mindset — persistent, curious, and eager to build a strong local network.Flexibility to attend in-person meetings and events several days per week.Preferred Additional SkillsBuild and maintain a growing network of scientific and business contacts.Establish a consistent cadence of qualified introductory meetings and discussions with key pharma and biotech accounts.Generate early-stage opportunities that contribute to territory growth and collaboration with the senior BD team.Demonstrate progress in outreach activity, follow-up, and relationship development over time.Career PathSuccessful candidates will have the opportunity to advance into Business Development Executive and Business Development Manager roles, taking on greater account ownership and expanding their portfolio across Fulgent’s multi-omics services.Reports ToSenior Business Development Manager or Director of Biopharma Technical ServicesEnvironmentFulgent Therapeutics LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.Safety and Work Environment:General office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Maintains a clean, neat, and orderly work area.Adheres to Department-Specific Safety Guidelines.Physical Demands:Standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, manual manipulation, and lifting up to 10 pounds.Must pass a color vision test if responsibilities require color discrimination.For California residents, please see the link below to access our CCPA Privacy Notice.CCPA Privacy Notice for California Residentshttps://tinyurl.com/FulgentCCPA