Director, Business Development

Trebla Talent; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks a Director of Business Development to lead external growth strategies in the biotech sector. This role involves identifying partnership opportunities and managing a dynamic team focused on client engagement. You'll play a crucial role in driving revenue growth and nurturing high-value client relationships. Join a pre-IPO organization dedicated to advancing life sciences and be at the forefront of transforming scientific concepts into business success. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of business development experience in biotech.
• Ability to nurture high-value client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a commercial strategy to grow revenue.
• Build and manage a sales-focused team.
• Source and pursue partnership opportunities.

Skills

Business Development

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Client Engagement

Partnership Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences

MBA

MSc

Job description

This range is provided by Trebla Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Commission

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Position: Director of Business Development

Location: Remote (Preference for candidates near Boston or San Francisco)

Travel Requirement: ~30%

Reports To: Chief Strategy Officer

Compensation: Base $150,000–$170,000 + Uncapped Performance Incentives

About the Company:

We are partnered with a pre-IPO research-driven organization specializing in early-stage biologics and antibody therapeutics. The team partners with life science companies to help accelerate the path from concept to preclinical candidate through integrated and flexible R&D support.

Role Summary: We’re looking for a senior-level Business Development leader to spearhead our external growth strategy. This role will focus on identifying partnership opportunities, building relationships across the biotech and pharma landscape, and leading a small but mighty commercial team. You’ll be the tip of the spear for new client acquisition while supporting long-term partner success alongside our scientific leadership.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and execute a commercial strategy to grow revenue through new and existing partnerships.
• Build, manage, and mentor a team focused on sales and client engagement.
• Proactively source and pursue partnership opportunities across the biotech sector, particularly in drug discovery
• Serve as the key point of contact for top pharma clients.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, or marketing; advanced degrees (MBA, MSc) a plus.
• At least 7 years of business development or commercial experience in the biotech services ecosystem, ideally with a focus on CROs or preclinical discovery.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, close, and nurture high-value client engagements.
• Strong strategic thinking and communication skills—comfortable translating scientific concepts into business conversations.

If you or someone you know is interested in applying for this role, please send your resume directly and reach me at [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research and Business Development

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research and Research Services

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