Business Development Manager

Albion Rye Associates; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off including sick days and holidays

Job summary

A biotechnology firm in San Diego is looking for a Business Development Manager to support their antibody discovery platform. Candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant biomedical field and be bilingual in Mandarin and English. Responsibilities include leading discussions with partners, translating complex data into actionable narratives, and preparing presentations. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• PhD in pharmacology, immunology, cancer biology, or a related biomedical science discipline.
• Strong hands-on background in antibody drug discovery.
• Familiarity with monoclonal antibodies and antibody–drug conjugates.

Responsibilities

• Lead scientific and commercial discussions with prospective partners.
• Align antibody discovery capabilities with partner needs.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality presentations.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality scientific and business presentations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support deal execution and relationship management.
• Ability to travel locally to meet with clients and partners.

Skills

Bilingual in Mandarin and English

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective project management

Education

PhD in pharmacology, immunology, or related biomedical science

Job description

Our client is seeking a Business Development Manager to support strategic partnering initiatives centered on a differentiated antibody discovery platform. This role is ideal for a PhD-trained scientist with strong scientific ownership in antibody drug discovery who is motivated to translate complex biological data into compelling partnership and licensing opportunities.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal scientific leadership and external biotech and pharmaceutical partners, playing a key role in driving the company’s continued commercial growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead scientific and commercial discussions with prospective licensing and collaboration partners
• Translate complex biological and preclinical data into clear, compelling therapeutic and partnering narratives
• Align antibody discovery platform capabilities with pharmaceutical partner pipeline gaps and strategic needs
• Prepare and deliver high-quality scientific and business presentations to internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate cross-functionally in a fast‑paced, matrix environment to support deal execution and relationship management
• Travel locally to meet with clients and partners as needed

Required Qualifications

• PhD in pharmacology, immunology, cancer biology, or a related biomedical science discipline
• Mandarin and English bilingual required
• Strong hands‑on background in antibody drug discovery, including target validation and early discovery workflows
• Familiarity with current antibody modalities, including monoclonal antibodies, bispecifics, and antibody–drug conjugates
• Proven ability to interpret complex biological datasets and communicate scientific value clearly to diverse audiences
• Strategic mindset with strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Effective project management skills and the ability to operate in a matrixed, fast‑paced environment
• Ability to travel locally; access to a car preferred

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, HRA, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off, sick days, and holidays.