Piper Companies
Business Development Director – CRO Sales
Piper Companies, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Piper Companies is seeking a
Business Development Director – CRO Sales
for a global Contract Research Organization. The Business Development Director will have a strong background in CRO sales, proven experience selling into biotech, and the ability to manage opportunities from start to finish. This role is remote but requires candidates to be based in San Diego, CA.
Responsibilities
Sell CRO services to biotech and pharmaceutical clients across oncology, immunology, and neurology therapeutic areas
Manage the full sales cycle, including RFP review and proposal development
Build and maintain relationships with global clients and internal teams
Drive strategic growth initiatives and identify new business opportunities
Represent the organization in client meetings and industry events
Requirements
5–10 years of experience in CRO sales with a proven track record in clinical trial services
Strong knowledge of selling into biotech and managing global opportunities
Experience working with mid-sized organizations and adaptable to a fast-scaling environment
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate global teams
Based in San Diego, CA
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Compensation
$180,000–$200,000 base salary (flexible for top talent)
Uncapped commission structure
Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 6% company match, PTO, and sick leave as required by law
This job opens for applications on November 24st, 2025. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
Keywords: CRO Sales, Business Development, Clinical Trials, Biotech Sales, Oncology, Immunology, Neurology, RFP Management
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Business Development Director – CRO Sales
for a global Contract Research Organization. The Business Development Director will have a strong background in CRO sales, proven experience selling into biotech, and the ability to manage opportunities from start to finish. This role is remote but requires candidates to be based in San Diego, CA.
Responsibilities
Sell CRO services to biotech and pharmaceutical clients across oncology, immunology, and neurology therapeutic areas
Manage the full sales cycle, including RFP review and proposal development
Build and maintain relationships with global clients and internal teams
Drive strategic growth initiatives and identify new business opportunities
Represent the organization in client meetings and industry events
Requirements
5–10 years of experience in CRO sales with a proven track record in clinical trial services
Strong knowledge of selling into biotech and managing global opportunities
Experience working with mid-sized organizations and adaptable to a fast-scaling environment
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate global teams
Based in San Diego, CA
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Compensation
$180,000–$200,000 base salary (flexible for top talent)
Uncapped commission structure
Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 6% company match, PTO, and sick leave as required by law
This job opens for applications on November 24st, 2025. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
Keywords: CRO Sales, Business Development, Clinical Trials, Biotech Sales, Oncology, Immunology, Neurology, RFP Management
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