Scientist for Pre-Clinical Products and Solutions

Green Life Science; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Life Science seeks a PhD-level scientist to bridge bench science with commercial client solutions in preclinical research. The role focuses on scientific partnerships with academia, biotech, and pharma, leveraging mouse model platforms and translational biology to support therapeutic development.

No prior business development experience is required, but strong communication and commercial curiosity are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology, Pharmacology, Cancer Biology, or another relevant biomedical field.
• Hands-on experience working with in vivo mouse models in a research setting.
• Strong scientific understanding of preclinical research and translational biology.
• Desire to move into a client-facing/business development career path.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Commercial curiosity

Business acumen

Client-facing

Education

PhD in Immunology or related field

Tools

In vivo mouse models

Job description

Scientist for Preclinical Mouse Models & Client Solutions

Locations - (Must be currently located without the need for relocation or sponsorship) in Philadelphia or San Diego US, and 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 within Europe (~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 Philadelphia or San Diego
• 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