Business Development Associate

Job Overview

Position: Business Development Associate
Department: Business Development
Location: Somerset (US)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Generation — Identify and qualify, early-stage through late phase opportunities across biotech and pharma.
• Outbound Prospecting — Execute structured outreach via calls, email sequences, LinkedIn campaigns, and in-person drop-ins.
• Territory Travel — Travel up to 50% to visit prospects, attend events, and represent Ardena in person.
• Networking & Events — Attend local biotech meetups, innovation gatherings, and industry mixers to expand Ardena’s visibility.
• Brand Awareness — Introduce Ardena’s integrated CRDMO services to new audiences and ensure consistent market messaging.
• Program Hunting — Actively seek out new development and manufacturing programs aligned with Ardena’s capabilities.
• Additional Duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a CDMO, biotech services, pharma outsourcing, or related scientific commercial role.
• Demonstrated success in outbound BD or territory development.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable with frequent travel and in-person engagement.
• CRM proficiency (Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar).
• Self-starter with a hunter mindset.

Preferred Skills

• Existing network within the industry.
• Experience attending or exhibiting at industry conferences.
• Ability to translate technical capabilities into commercial value.
• Strong LinkedIn outreach and digital prospecting skills.

What Success Looks Like

• Growth in CRM funnel.
• Increased Ardena visibility in assigned territory.
• Congnistent outbound activity and networking presence.
• Strong collaboration with BD and marketing teams.

What Ardena Offers

• Competitive salary and tailored benefits package (adjusted per role and location).
• Flexible working arrangements and paid annual leave (where applicable, depending on role and site).
• International and collaborative work environment across European and US sites.
• Access to professional development and training programs.
• Meaningful work on pharmaceutical development projects that advance patient health.
• A values-driven culture guided by Ardena’s CARE principles: Communicative, Accountable, Reliable, and Excellent.

How to Apply

Ready to advance your career in pharmaceutical development? Apply now through the Ardena Careers website at careers.ardena.com.

Annual Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000