Business Development Manager

About the Role

This role requires a candidate who can translate complex technical and commercial information into high-quality proposals for the cell and gene therapy space. The ideal candidate combines scientific depth in viral vectors or cell and gene therapy with the ability to turn technical and commercial inputs into clear, persuasive proposal content. They are highly self-directed, dependable, and comfortable working across functions, with the judgment to synthesize complex information quickly and produce polished deliverables with minimal supervision. Candidates who also understand customer needs, business development dynamics, and the broader gene therapy landscape will be especially strong fits.

Responsibilities

• Own the proposal-writing process and lead the preparation of client proposals in close collaboration with business development, subject matter experts, project management, and executive stakeholders
• Organize and synthesize market intelligence to support the business development team
• Translate market needs into effective marketing materials and messaging
• Own and maintain corporate slide presentations
• Prepare marketing collateral in both electronic and print formats
• Contribute to website content development
• Support business development by helping identify sales opportunities and interacting with potential customers

Requirements

• Demonstrated technical acumen in viral vectors, with enough scientific depth to understand and communicate complex development and manufacturing topics
• Proven experience writing complex, high-quality proposals in a technical or biopharmaceutical environment
• Professional, self-directed working style with strong motivation and the ability to operate with limited oversight
• Consistent track record of following through on assignments and delivering work to completion

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the cell and gene therapy market, including key trends, players, and customer needs
• Experience working in project management or in close partnership with project management teams
• More than five years of business development experience, or at least 10 years of experience working closely with business development teams
• Established network within the gene therapy developer community
• Marketing experience that supports positioning, messaging, and proposal development
• Experience collaborating with European-based teams in a cross-functional environment

Pay

Target salary range: $130,000–$165,000. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

Benefits

• Generous time off (PTO, sick time, and holidays)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending and HSA options
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Pet insurance
• 401K