Director of Business Development

Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity. Business Development Director (Commission-Based Only) – Life Sciences Lab Buildouts Remote (Southern California–based preferred) | 6 Month Contract Salary Range (based on ideal conditions): $150,000 - $450,000+ 100% commission-based BD role with high upside ($150k–$450k+ range) Sell lab buildouts & tech transfer to biotech/pharma companies Backed by major SoCal vendor partners in design and engineering, construction, IT, and more Work directly with JD/MS + MD founders to shape GTM strategy Overview Are you energized by translating scientific vision into real-world infrastructure? At NexVenture Laboratories, we’re seeking a Business Development Lead who excels at forging strategic relationships and driving growth where science meets execution. This role is ideal for someone passionate about advancing biotech and pharma innovation through high-impact laboratory buildouts, including cGMP-compliant facilities. If you thrive on identifying opportunities, building trust with technical decision-makers, and turning complex needs into signed contracts, we invite you to help shape the future of life sciences infrastructure with us. Let’s build something extraordinary — together. Company Description At NexVenture Laboratories, we provide fully integrated, turnkey solutions tailored to the evolving needs of biotech, pharma, contract research, and manufacturing industries. From cGMP manufacturing suites to advanced research labs, we oversee technology transfer, facility design, engineering, construction, validation, and operational support. Our team combines process engineering, clinical insight, and regulatory fluency to deliver labs that meet FDA, GMP, ISO, and global compliance standards. We build facilities for scale, reliability, and long-term success, ensuring your projects are future-proof. Role Description The Director of Business Development will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, creating and implementing business plans, generating leads, negotiating contracts, and managing key accounts. The ideal candidate will work closely with internal teams to align strategies and ensure the successful execution of business development initiatives. What We Are Searching For We are seeking a Business Development Director (BDD) to spearhead client acquisition efforts and help us build relationships with key decision-makers in biotech and pharmaceutical operations, facilities, and executive leadership. This role offers significant autonomy, growth potential, and performance-based compensation based on the volume of sales generated. The BDD will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer. What You’ll Do As our first dedicated business development hire, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our commercial footprint. You’ll work closely with the founding team to generate new opportunities, shape our go-to-market messaging, and advance prospects through the sales pipeline. This is a commission-only position , ideal for candidates with existing industry networks or strong consultative sales experience within the life sciences or related technical services sectors. Key Responsibilities Comprehensively, the role of the BDD will be to generate facility (laboratory) project sales through forward-facing customer interaction and lead fulfillment, which includes the following responsibilities: Identify, engage, and develop relationships with target biotech, pharma, and CDMO companies Conduct discovery calls to assess client needs and determine fit Collaborate with founders to develop tailored scopes of work and client proposals Support the creation and refinement of sales collateral, including pitch decks and service menus Maintain an organized lead tracking system (Google Sheets or CRM) Participate in weekly strategy and pipeline check-ins with the leadership team Qualifications Proven experience in New Business Development and Lead Generation Skills in Business Planning and Account Management Strong abilities in Contract Negotiation Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering or related field Experience in the biotech, pharma, or related industries is a plus Compensation Structure 15% commission on collected revenuefor all deals you originate Commission applies to initial contracts and follow-on engagements for 12 months post-close No base salary; this is a 100% commission-based role to start Substantial earning potential on high-value infrastructure projects — salary range in ideal conditions: $150,000 - $450,000+ Ideal Candidate Profile Preferably holding a B.S. degree in chemical, bio, mechanical, controls, or a related engineering discipline; M.B.A. degree is a plus Minimum 3+ years of experience in business development, sales, or client services within life sciences, laboratory infrastructure, cleanroom solutions, or related capital project environments Preferably demonstrated track-record of biotech- and pharma-related industry sales, with an established network of prospective biotech and pharma clients who are seeking expansion Familiarity with how life science companies procure facility services or technical consulting Confident communicating with Directors of Operations, Facilities Managers, CTOs, or startup executives Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Self-directed, highly organized, and comfortable operating without a base salary Motivated by clear commission upside and the opportunity to grow into a senior commercial role Support Provided Clear breakdown of services, pricing model, and project structure Access to a list of target accounts and client profiles Ongoing collaboration and pitch support from the founding team Opportunity to help shape and lead our go-to-market strategy Why Join NexVenture Labs? Be the first business development leader at a company solving real, time-sensitive problems in life sciences infrastructure Help deliver essential lab space to startups, CDMOs, and innovators driving the next wave of scientific advancement Gain ownership over sales strategy, client engagement, and long-term business relationships Join a fast-growing, execution-focused organization with a clear value proposition and growing market demand

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