Business Development & Research Associate

LucidReactor; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

LucidReactor in the United States is seeking a proactive, research-focused professional to help build and nurture partnerships. You will identify founders and decision makers, curate prospect databases, and craft personalized outreach using AI tools.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong English communication, and reliable internet. You will gain mentorship from a technology founder, plus exposure to international clients and flexible remote work.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in BD, lead gen, partnerships, exec support or research.
• Proven LinkedIn prospecting experience.
• Excellent written English and professional communication.
• Strong online research skills with attention to detail.
• Comfortable using AI tools to boost productivity.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable internet connection and personal laptop.

Responsibilities

• Research companies, organizations and potential partners across industries and countries.
• Identify founders, executives and decision makers.
• Build and maintain prospect databases.
• Personalize outreach using AI tools.
• Send professional outreach through LinkedIn and email.
• Follow up with prospects and manage outreach pipeline.
• Schedule meetings for the founder.
• Conduct market and competitor research.
• Maintain records using Google Sheets, Notion or CRM software.
• Continuously improve research and outreach processes.

Skills

LinkedIn prospecting

Written English

Online research

AI tools

Independent work

Reliable internet

Personal laptop

Tools

Google Workspace

Notion

Airtable

CRM platforms

Job description

• Research companies, organizations and potential partners across different industries and countries
• Identify founders, executives and decision makers using LinkedIn and other online resources
• Build and maintain prospect databases
• Personalize outreach using AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude
• Send professional outreach through LinkedIn and email
• Follow up with prospective partners and maintain an organized outreach pipeline
• Schedule meetings for the founder
• Conduct market and competitor research
• Maintain accurate records using Google Sheets, Notion or CRM software
• Continuously improve research and outreach processes

Requirements

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in business development, lead generation, partnership outreach, executive assistance, recruitment or a similar research-oriented role
• Demonstrable experience using LinkedIn for prospecting, networking or business development
• Excellent written English and professional communication skills
• Strong online research skills with attention to detail
• Comfortable using AI tools to improve productivity
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Reliable internet connection and personal laptop

Bonus Points

• Experience working with international clients or companies
• Familiarity with Google Workspace, Notion, Airtable or CRM platforms
• Experience using ChatGPT, Claude or similar AI tools in a professional setting
• Is naturally curious and enjoys researching new industries and companies
• Takes ownership and follows through without constant reminders
• Communicates professionally and respectfully
• Is organized and detail-oriented
• Learns quickly and enjoys improving processes

What You’ll Gain

• Direct mentorship from an experienced technology founder
• Hands-on experience using AI in real business workflows
• Exposure to international business development and partnerships
• Opportunity to help build repeatable systems inside a growing startup
• Flexible remote work with room to grow as the business expands

Please Don’t Apply If

• You’re looking for a traditional sales role with revenue targets
• You have little or no experience using LinkedIn professionally
• You require constant supervision or detailed instructions for every task