Role Overview
The Director of Business Development drives new study awards for the Lightship site network, with a primary focus on direct sponsor relationships. This person balances a near-term mindset with long-term early engagement.
What You Will Do
Identifying and pursuing phase II and III opportunities, building and managing a pipeline across established and new accounts, engaging sponsors early, and owning opportunities from early engagement through award.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The right candidate is intrinsically curious, entrepreneurially minded, works independently without significant oversight, and is comfortable owning opportunities from first conversation through award.
Requirements
- 3+ years of business development experience in clinical research
- Established relationships with pharmaceutical and biotech sponsors and CROs
- A proven, measurable track record against new and established account targets
- Deep research and therapeutic area experience relevant to Lightship’s focus
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