Business Development Manager (US, West Coast)

Business Development Manager (US, West Coast)

Ardigen enables AI transformation for biotech and pharmaceutical companies to leverage the full potential of data. The company delivers value at the intersection of biology and computational methods to increase the likelihood of success and accelerate the drug discovery process. With our platforms based on advanced algorithms and state-of-the-art technology, we help researchers to get scientific insights from a large amount of data, leading to new discoveries and breakthroughs in fields such as personalized medicine and drug development.

We’re now looking for a Business Development Manager based on the West Coast to drive our growth across the Western region of the US. In this role, you will be responsible for new business generation, expanding Ardigen’s client base, and strengthening our competitive position and reputation in the market. You will translate complex computational custom solutions into strategic business opportunities, engaging with C-level executives and key decision-makers across Big Pharma and Biotech. Core to your responsibilities will be managing relationships with current and prospective clients, leveraging your existing network, and actively penetrating new territories.

Let's grow together & code against cancer!

• Proactive new business generation with a focus on the West Coast

• Managing existing relationships for growth through valued account management and up-selling new solutions

• Managing a robust pipeline by sourcing new opportunities

• Collaborating with the development team on shaping the offer

• Engaging and communicating effectively with senior (often C-level) decision-makers

• Accurately maintaining and developing our prospect/client database

• Developing a high level of knowledge across a broad range of company products and services

• Attending industry conferences and events to develop new business

• Monitor and analyze the drug discovery market trends

• Provide insights into the Business Unit strategy

  
  

• A Master’s degree is required, Ph.D. is an additional plus, preferably in a life sciences-related area

• Based on the US West Coast

• Min. 5 years of sales of services or consulting experience in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology sector is required

• Familiarity with the Drug Discovery market

• Knowledge in Bioinformatics, AI & machine learning, software engineering, data science

• Fluent English – verbal and written, at least C1 level

• Strong commercial acumen with experience in presenting to senior decision-makers in the Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology sector

• Consultative, solution-oriented approach

• Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills

• A motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

• Focused and output-driven, with time management skills, meeting deadlines

• Self-starting, flexible, and Team-player, comfortable with working with a group

• Proven experience working in a similar role would be a plus

• High personal standards, a willingness to learn, and an upbeat personality

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Sandler Selling System experience is nice to have

  
  

• Remote work with occasional visits to the office in Krakow (Poland)
• Flexible working hours
• Employee Stock Option Plan
• Funding for professional development, training, and internal mentoring program