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Business Development Director – CRO SalesPiper Companies • San Diego, CA, United States
Business Development Director – CRO Sales

Business Development Director – CRO Sales

Piper Companies • San Diego, CA, United States
13 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Business Development Director – CRO Sales for a global Contract Research Organization. The Business Development Director will have a strong background in CRO sales, proven experience selling into biotech, and the ability to manage opportunities from start to finish. This role is remote but requires candidates to be based in San Diego, CA.

Responsibilities

  • Sell CRO services to biotech and pharmaceutical clients across oncology, immunology, and neurology therapeutic areas
  • Manage the full sales cycle, including RFP review and proposal development
  • Build and maintain relationships with global clients and internal teams
  • Drive strategic growth initiatives and identify new business opportunities
  • Represent the organization in client meetings and industry events

Requirements

  • 5–10 years of experience in CRO sales with a proven track record in clinical trial services
  • Strong knowledge of selling into biotech and managing global opportunities
  • Experience working with mid-sized organizations and adaptable to a fast-scaling environment
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate global teams
  • Based in San Diego, CA
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States
  • Compensation

  • $180,000–$200,000 base salary (flexible for top talent)
  • Uncapped commission structure
  • Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 6% company match, PTO, and sick leave as required by law
  • This job opens for applications on November 24st, 2025. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

    Keywords : CRO Sales, Business Development, Clinical Trials, Biotech Sales, Oncology, Immunology, Neurology, RFP Management

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