Business Development Associate (Boston)

For our client, we are seeking a Business Development Associate (Boston) to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space.

This role will support new business growth across North America by driving prospect outreach, lead qualification, and pipeline development. The position partners closely with business development leadership to prioritize accounts, build relationships, and represent the organization at industry events. It also requires clear communication of technical capabilities to prospective stakeholders in a competitive life sciences market.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $108,080 – $148,610 annually

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new business leads across North America for the business development team
• Conduct proactive outreach via phone, email, LinkedIn, and events to generate business opportunities
• Collaborate with business development directors to prioritize accounts and coordinate outreach efforts
• Network within the Boston biotech community to enhance awareness and build relationships
• Represent the company at local industry events and capture leads for follow-up
• Communicate the company's capabilities to key decision-makers in prospective organizations
• Maintain accurate prospect interaction records in CRM systems for transparency and follow-up

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in business development or inside sales, ideally within life sciences or biopharmaceuticals
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Life Sciences or Business Administration
• Experience in proactive lead qualification and pipeline management across multiple accounts
• Ability to create personalized outreach that effectively engages stakeholders
• Proficiency with CRM platforms and standard business tools, with a focus on data integrity and tracking
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical content for varied audiences
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 15% for events and engagements

Benefits

• Annual bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Education assistance for professional development
• Employee recognition programs and referral incentives
• Additional wellbeing benefits tailored to employee needs

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.