Business Development Director, CDMO

Posted on: 27 May
clock Full time
location Remote (U.S.-based, East Coast preferred)

A fast-growing, innovation-led organization in the life sciences sector is looking for a Business Development Director to drive client acquisition across the biotech and pharmaceutical landscape. This position focuses on securing partnerships for early-stage drug development services, with added scope in API and intermediate manufacturing.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage relationships with small to mid-sized biotech and pharma companies

  • Promote the company’s capabilities in medicinal chemistry, custom synthesis, and integrated drug discovery services

  • Work closely with internal scientific and technical teams to align services with client needs

  • Represent the organization at relevant industry events, conferences, and client meetings


Qualifications:

  • 3–5+ years of business development experience within CRO/CDMO or drug discovery environments

  • Background in Chemistry or a related scientific field (Bachelor’s or Master’s level preferred)

  • Experience in API development or manufacturing sales is a strong plus

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Comfortable operating independently in a remote setting

 

If you're passionate about building strategic partnerships in science-driven markets, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact in a high-growth environment.


To enquire after more details for this position email Katherine High on khigh@44international.com or call on +44 20 3838 2494.
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