Business Development Project Manager – Scientific Services

Curi Bio is dedicated to developing data, products and services that make biological research more impactful, accelerating discoveries to improve human health. Headquartered in Seattle, we are committed to fostering a highly collaborative and dynamic environment, where world-class talent can thrive. Our people are our greatest asset, and we take pride in maintaining our strict “no assholes” policy with every hire. Additionally, Curi Bio has recently moved to a new facility in 2025 to accommodate our next phase of growth!

We are seeking a full-time Business Development Project Manager (BDPM) to drive growth, manage commercial operations, and build strong client relationships in support of Curi Bio’s contract research services (Therapeutic Assays department). This hybrid role is critical for the organization, combining client-facing business development, scientific project scoping, and project management to advance our mission of providing high-quality cell and tissue models and customized solutions for drug discovery and therapeutic testing. The CRO services division is a major growth opportunity for 2025 and beyond. The ideal candidate will work closely with internal teams, report to the VP, Research & Partnerships for the department and work closely with the Sr. Director of R&D. Minimal travel is expected (typically

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive Business Development & Scope New Projects :

• Serve as the scientific lead on qualified leads provided by the internal BD team.
• Engage with potential clients (pharmaceuticals, biotechs, research institutions) to deeply understand their drug discovery needs and research goals.
• Scope new projects by developing tailored scientific proposals, ensuring alignment with Curi Bio’s expertise in iPSC, primary cell, 3D engineered tissue, and disease models.
• Finalize contracts to formalize new studies.

Actively Manage Services Pipeline :

Client Relationship & Project Management :

Oversee and coordinate client projects with the Sr. Director R&D and Curi Bio scientists, ensuring efficient execution and delivery of results.

Drive Follow-on Business :

IDEAL QUALIFICATION & CHARACTERISTICS

WHY JOIN CURI BIO?

Curi Bio is a leader in developing cutting-edge life sciences technologies to enable breakthrough research and therapeutic development. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization that values collaboration, creativity, and respect. Our new facility in Seattle reflects our commitment to supporting innovation and growth for our team and partners.

APPLICATION DETAILS

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