Senior Director for Business Development in United States at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Director for Business Development in United States.
This is a unique opportunity to play a strategic leadership role at the intersection of artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and healthcare innovation. As Senior Director for Business Development, you will drive commercial growth and establish high-value partnerships across the global biopharma ecosystem. You will collaborate closely with scientific, product, and executive teams to shape go-to-market strategies and accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge AI solutions in biomedical research and development. The role combines strategic vision, relationship management, and revenue ownership within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Ideal for a commercially minded leader with deep industry expertise, this position offers the chance to influence the future of AI-powered healthcare innovation while working alongside world-class scientists and technologists in a rapidly scaling organization.
- Define and influence go-to-market strategies to position advanced AI-driven products and scientific solutions effectively within the biopharma and healthcare ecosystem.
- Identify, negotiate, and manage strategic partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, biotech organizations, research institutions, and other key industry stakeholders.
- Drive revenue generation initiatives by achieving and exceeding business development targets while monitoring sales performance and market trends.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, partners, and industry leaders to expand commercial opportunities and strengthen market presence.
- Represent the organization at conferences, industry events, and executive meetings, delivering compelling presentations and business proposals.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product, R&D, marketing, and leadership teams to align commercial priorities with scientific and operational objectives.
- Contribute to strategic decision-making by identifying market opportunities, customer needs, and emerging trends in AI, biotechnology, and life sciences.
- Master’s degree in Business, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Extensive experience in business development or enterprise sales within pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or life sciences industries.
- Proven track record of driving measurable business impact and exceeding aggressive revenue or partnership targets.
- Strong understanding of AI applications in biomedical research, clinical development, diagnostics, biomarker discovery, and healthcare innovation.
- Familiarity with SaaS and software business models, ideally within technology-driven or AI-focused environments.
- Deep knowledge of the biomedical ecosystem, including biomedical data lifecycle management and pharmaceutical R&D processes in the US and Europe.
- Established professional network within pharmaceutical and biotech organizations, particularly within large-scale R&D environments.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and strategic decision-making capabilities.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth, and multicultural environments with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
- Previous experience in a venture-backed or high-growth startup environment is highly valued.
- PhD or advanced expertise in Biology, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or related disciplines is considered a strong advantage.
- Competitive salary package combined with equity participation opportunities.
- Flexible and remote-friendly work arrangements supporting work-life balance.
- Opportunity to work on groundbreaking AI and biomedical innovation projects with global impact.
- Collaborative, mission-driven, and inclusive work environment.
- Professional growth opportunities, leadership development, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies.
- International and multicultural team environment with strong cross-functional collaboration.
- Access to innovative projects shaping the future of healthcare, life sciences, and AI-powered discovery.