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[Remote] Business Development Manager/ Director Discovery, Preclinical & CMC -San Diego

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-06-16

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pharmaron is a global CRO that helps pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. They are seeking a Business Development Manager/Director to join their U.S. team, focusing on drug discovery and development, and responsible for building relationships with clients and driving business growth in the San Diego area.

Responsibilities

  • Lead business development efforts across the San Francisco Bay Area, identifying and securing new opportunities with biotech and pharma clients
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, positioning Pharmaron as a trusted, long-term partner
  • Collaborate with internal scientific and operational teams to develop tailored proposals and ensure successful project delivery
  • Drive cross-functional initiatives to expand Pharmaron's market presence and service adoption
  • Represent Pharmaron at key industry events, conferences, and client meetings
  • Maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities and consistently meet or exceed revenue targets
  • Provide market insights and competitive intelligence to inform strategic planning

Skills

  • Advanced degree in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry (PhD preferred)
  • 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry, including hands-on lab experience in a scientific lab environment
  • Essential knowledge and experience in Drug Discovery/Development
  • Strong understanding of the CRO landscape and integrated R&D services
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset and high level of self-motivation
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% within the assigned territory

Benefits

  • Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
  • Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
  • Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401k plan with generous employer match
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Company Overview

  • Pharmaron is a contract research organization that offers research and development services for the life science industries. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in Beijing, Beijing, CHN, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.pharmaron.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Pharmaron has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2023. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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