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Director, Business Development

BioSpace, Redwood City, California, United States, 94061

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Overview Codexis, a biotechnology company based in Redwood City, CA, is hiring a Director, Business Development. The role may be based in Redwood City, CA or remote in the United States if not local to Redwood City.

About Codexis Codexis is a leading enzyme engineering company leveraging its CodeEvolver technology platform to discover, develop and enhance high-performance enzymes and other proteins. Our enzymes address challenges in small molecule pharmaceuticals manufacturing and nucleic acid synthesis. We are developing the ECO Synthesis platform to enable scaled manufacture of RNAi therapeutics through enzymatic routes, delivering higher yields, reduced energy usage and waste, increased manufacturing efficiency, and enhanced sensitivity in genomic and diagnostic applications.

Responsibilities

Proactively engage in business opportunities by prospecting and calling on pharmaceutical and biotech companies.

Identify and build relationships with key decision-makers and influencers.

Secure new business by understanding customer needs and creating a win-win value proposition.

Achieve sales targets by winning new business.

Understand the RNA market space, including market dynamics, trends, competitors, and FDA considerations.

Perform strategic and tactical account planning, management and execution.

Travel internationally and domestically to engage with customers as needed.

Essential Requirements

Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech CDMO services.

Minimum of 10 years in business development, sales or account management.

BS, BA, MS, or MA in business, marketing, chemistry, biology, or a related field.

Ideally, a network of contacts, positive relationships, and contracting experience.

Proficient in SFDC or other customer relationship tools.

Additional valuable experience

Located near pharma hubs (San Diego, Boston, Princeton).

Compensation and benefits The anticipated salary range for candidates in Redwood City is $195,000 to $244,000. The final salary offered will depend on factors such as relevant experience, education, and industry background. Codexis is a multi-state employer; salaries may vary by state where roles are performed.

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Basic life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability Insurance

401(k) with company match up to 4%

Company equity

Generous paid time off including 18 company holidays (summer and winter shutdowns), vacation and wellness time

Annual lifestyle account for reimbursement of fitness programs and equipment

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Flexible spending accounts (commuter/parking, dependent care, healthcare)

Student debt program (company contribution to loans)

Mental health wellness program

Subsidized onsite lunch program

Onsite gym facilities

Paid parental leave

And more

Codexis is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital and veteran status. No agencies or third parties.

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