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GenScript

Head of Business Development, Discovery

GenScript

. Develop and execute business development strategies for ProBio’s Discovery services .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business development strategies within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors, with a strong focus on customer relationship management and team leadership. Proven ability to drive opportunities through the drug discovery and development lifecycle while managing strategic accounts and pipelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Business Development StrategiesTeam LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementDrug Discovery LifecycleNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills
Business DevelopmentSales ExperiencePipeline ManagementProposal DevelopmentProject Award ProcessDiscovery ServicesDrug Development ServicesAccount ManagementCustomer Solutions DevelopmentBiologics Experience
Soft Skills
CoachingCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsRelationship ManagementTeam Management
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s DegreePh.D.M.S.MBA
Industry Keywords
BiotechnologyPharmaceutical ServicesCROCDMOScientific ServicesKey AccountsStrategic AccountsCommercial ExperienceLife-Science DisciplineCustomer Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop and execute business development strategies for ProBio’s Discovery services
  • Lead, coach, and manage a team of 2–3 Business Development professionals
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities with academic, biotech, and pharmaceutical customers
  • Build and manage strategic/key accounts and maintain relationships with key decision-makers
  • Drive opportunities from initial engagement through proposal, negotiation, and project award
  • Collaborate with Scientific, Technical, Marketing, and other cross-functional teams to develop customer solutions
  • Identify opportunities to expand Discovery customers into downstream development and CDMO services
  • Manage team pipeline, forecasting, and business performance
  • Deliver team pipeline updates to the department head and cross-functional leaders
  • Represent ProBio at customer meetings, conferences, and industry events

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree or above in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related life-science discipline; Ph.D., M.S., MBA, or other advanced degree preferred
  • 6+ years of progressive business development, sales, or commercial experience within biotechnology, pharmaceutical services, CRO, or CDMO organizations
  • Demonstrated experience in Discovery and/or early-stage drug development services, preferably within biologics
  • Previous people management or team leadership experience with demonstrated ability to coach and develop commercial talent
  • Proven track record of developing new customers, building qualified pipelines, managing strategic accounts, and closing complex scientific service opportunities
  • Strong understanding of the drug discovery and development lifecycle and the outsourcing needs of biotech and pharmaceutical customers
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills
  • Willingness to travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one
  • Paid parental leave after three (3) months of employment
  • Paid time off including vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings accounts
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Legal assistance
  • Pet insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Well-being initiatives
  • Peer-to-peer recognition programs