Job Description
Business Development Manager | Preclinical & Mouse Model Services
An exciting opportunity for a PhD level scientist looking to transition from the bench into a client-facing commercial role within a fast growing global biotech organisation supporting cutting edge preclinical research and antibody discovery programs.
No previous BD experience required - full training provided!
Must have
Strong hands on in vivo / mouse model experience
Background in immunology, oncology, pharmacology or related biology field
Interest in science driven business development and partnerships
Strong communication and relationship building skills
Mandarin fluency preferred
This is a fantastic opportunity to make an immediate impact while developing long term commercial and strategic career growth within the biotech industry.
Cambridge-based with ability to travel locally to clients and conferences
You will work closely with internal scientific teams and external biotech/pharma partners to support the growth of preclinical discovery and mouse model service offerings.
The role will involve scientific discussions with clients, identifying new partnership opportunities, supporting proposals and presentations, and helping position cutting edge in vivo and antibody discovery capabilities to the wider market.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys science but is motivated by communication, relationship building, and strategic collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain relationships with biotech and pharmaceutical clients
• Support scientific and commercial discussions around preclinical and mouse model services
• Learn and communicate the company’s in vivo pharmacology, antibody discovery, and platform capabilities
• Attend client meetings, conferences, and networking events across the Cambridge biotech ecosystem
• Collaborate with internal scientific teams to understand client needs and support tailored solutions
• Identify new business opportunities and support long-term partnership development
• Contribute to proposals, presentations, and commercial strategy discussions