Scientist for Business Development

Green Life Science; United States; On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Life Science seeks a PhD-level scientist to transition from bench work into a commercial, client-facing role in preclinical mouse models and translational biology. You will partner with academic and biotech clients to discuss study designs, propose in vivo strategies, and support business development activities.

The role emphasizes scientific credibility, clear communication, and relationship building, with travel across the US to meet clients, attend conferences, and network with

Qualifications

• PhD in a biomedical/life science discipline with strong translational biology understanding.
• Hands-on experience with in vivo mouse models in a research setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to engage academic and biotech clients.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% regionally within the US.

Responsibilities

• Act as scientific partner to academic and biotech clients on preclinical study design and mouse models.
• Engage with researchers to understand objectives and propose in vivo strategies.
• Support business development via scientific presentations, client meetings, and conferences.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align client needs with capabilities and study approaches.
• Build long-term relationships with clients across academia, biotech, and pharma.
• Travel locally for client meetings, conferences, and networking (~25%).

Skills

Preclinical mouse models

In vivo pharmacology

Scientific communication

Client facing

Commercial acumen

Travel readiness

Education

PhD in Immunology, Pharmacology, Cancer Biology or related field

Job description

Scientist for Preclinical Mouse Models & Client Solutions

Key locations - across US, must be able to travel locally 25%

We are partnering with a rapidly growing global preclinical research organisation supporting advanced in vivo pharmacology and mouse model platforms that accelerate therapeutic development from early discovery through translational validation.

This is an exciting opportunity for a scientifically driven PhD-level researcher who is looking to transition from the bench into a more commercial, client-facing role within scientific business development and strategic partnerships.

No prior business development experience is required, we are specifically looking for individuals with strong scientific credibility, excellent communication skills, and a genuine interest in building a career in the commercial side of life sciences.

Responsibilities

• Act as a scientific partner to academic and biotech clients, supporting discussions around preclinical study design and mouse model solutions.
• Engage with researchers and scientific teams to understand scientific objectives and propose appropriate in vivo strategies.
• Support business development activities through scientific presentations, client meetings, conference attendance, and relationship building.
• Collaborate closely with internal scientific teams to align client needs with available capabilities and study approaches.
• Build long term relationships with clients across academia, biotech, and pharma.
• Travel locally (~25%) for client meetings, conferences, and scientific networking events.

Requirements

• PhD in Immunology, Pharmacology, Cancer Biology, or another relevant biomedical/life science discipline.
• Hands on experience working with in vivo mouse models in a research setting.
• Strong scientific understanding of preclinical research and translational biology.
• Passion and motivation to move into a client facing/business development career path.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex science clearly.
• Commercial curiosity and business acumen.
• Currently based in the US without the need for sponsorship (OPT Stem acceptable)
• Willingness to travel regionally up to 25%.

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to transition into business development without prior commercial experience
• Highly scientific and consultative client interactions
• Exposure to innovative therapeutics and cutting-edge preclinical platforms
• International environment with strong career growth potential
• Ability to combine scientific expertise with relationship-building and strategic thinking