Business Development Manager @Novel Bio

[Hiring] Business Development Manager @Novel Bio

Apr 07, 2025 - Novel Bio is hiring a remote Business Development Manager. 💸 Salary: unspecified. 📍Location: Canada.

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Role Description

This role involves driving growth in our plasmid DNA services by connecting biotech innovators with the DNA solutions they need.

Lead the full-cycle business development process—from prospecting and quoting to closing deals and managing long-term client relationships.
Identify and engage new clients in gene and cell therapy, mRNA therapeutics, synthetic biology, and vaccine development.
Maintain a quarterly goal of generating 30–50 new leads and converting 3–5 into long-term customers.
Educate potential clients on our capabilities and how our approach to plasmid manufacturing can accelerate their timelines and streamline their workflows.
Collaborate with technical teams to develop customized proposals and pricing models that align with customer needs and program timelines.
Provide feedback on evolving customer needs to help shape service development and innovation.
Refine internal tools and processes for quoting, CRM, and lead generation.
Represent the company at relevant industry events (~25% travel) and conferences.

Qualifications

Background in molecular biology, synthetic biology, or a related life sciences field (BS, MS, or PhD strongly preferred).
Understanding of common applications and manufacturing requirements for plasmid DNA, including use in AAV/viral vector production, mRNA therapeutics, and CRISPR/Cas9 workflows.
3-5+ years in a business development or technical sales role at a CDMO, CRO, or biotech service provider.
Existing network in biotech or gene therapy with needs in plasmid DNA.
Comfortable navigating technical discussions with scientists, program managers, and procurement teams.
Enjoy building relationships and take a consultative approach to uncovering needs and offering solutions.
Highly self-motivated, results-driven, and thrive in environments where you can help build the plane while flying it.
Collaborative, coachable, and not afraid to dive into the details when needed.

Requirements

Experience selling technical services to biotech companies—particularly in the gene therapy, mRNA, or synthetic biology space.

Benefits

Be a foundational part of a growing team offering a cutting-edge service with strong demand in gene therapy and synthetic biology.
Make a visible impact—your efforts will directly drive revenue and shape how we scale.
Work alongside passionate scientists and proven business leaders committed to improving biotech manufacturing.
Enjoy a flexible, remote-first work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.
Grow into sales leadership as the company scales.

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Business Development Manager @Novel Bio

Sales / Business

Salary 💸 unspecified	Remote Location Canada
Job Type full-time	Posted Apr 07, 2025

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📍	Be aware of the location restriction for this remote position: Canada
‼	Beware of scams! When applying for jobs, you should NEVER have to pay anything. Learn more.