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Business Development Manager – Product & Services
Location: Madison, Wisconsin, USA Talentmark is partnering with a fast-growing US biotech company seeking aPhD-level scientistto join its commercial team as aBusiness Development Manager – Product & Services. This is an exciting opportunity for anearly-career scientist looking to transition from hands-on research into a business-facing role. You’ll receive strong training, gain international exposure and have genuine opportunities for long-term career progression. No previous sales, business development or commercial experience is required. If you’re a PhD scientist with mouse model experience and interested in developing a career beyond the laboratory, we’d be keen to hear from you.
The Role: As a Business Development Manager, you will work closely with prospective customers to understand their needs, identify new commercial opportunities and support the development of long-term client relationships. You will: Engage with prospective customers and identify new business opportunities. Build and maintain relationships with clients and potential customers. Support commercial negotiations and help secure new contracts. Attend industry conferences, exhibitions and trade shows. Collaborate with marketing teams to support brand awareness and commercial activity. Work with internal scientific and commercial teams to help develop customer solutions.
Your Background: PhD in Pharmacology, Immunology, Biology or a related bioscience discipline (metabolic, diabetic or pharmacology). Direct research experience using mouse models is essential. A genuine interest in moving from scientific research into a commercial/business development career. Confident engaging with customers and building professional relationships. Fluency in Mandarin is essential Why Consider This Opportunity? This is a strong opportunity for a scientist who wants to take their first step into the commercial side of biotech, while leveraging their scientific background. You’ll gain exposure tobusiness development, customer engagement, negotiations and the wider commercial strategy of a growing international biotech company. It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the USA.

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