Business Development - Senior Director

Business Development - Senior Director, Late-phase Clinical Trials

Western US Region (home-based role)

Do you want to be part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of millions of people worldwide? If so, we want to hear from you! As a member of our Clinical Business Development team, you will secure and retain business for QPS through professional, consultative, and proactive sales activities directed at decision-makers and influencers at existing and new clients, as well as sourcing new business. This position is home-office based in the United States and will focus on late-phase clinical trials and related ancillary services, primarily across the West Coast (US) region.

QPS' Story:

Since its inception, QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, Early Phase Clinical and Phase II - IV Clinical Research services. To meet the needs of our clients, we strive to employ talented, caring and committed individuals who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life.

Team members enjoy challenging and rewarding work and are encouraged achieve their best. Underpinning the operation is a culture that values diversity, innovation, accountability, teamwork and a friendly atmosphere where performance is recognized and rewarded. We provide unique company benefits, training, and advancement opportunities. Most importantly, we value each of our team members as employees and as individuals.

If this sounds like your ideal work environment, then we would love to speak with you, so apply today! Please visit our website (www.qps.com) for more information and to see all current openings.

The Job

• Prospect, generate and develop new leads/business opportunities for Clinical Conduct (clinical trials), Data Management, Medical Writing, Biostats, Pharmacovigilance and other related late-phase services, focusing on our Western US region
• Network and relationship-build at key decision-maker level across key accounts
• Drive sales to closure working in conjunction with Operations
• Meet or exceed annual proposal and sales targets as determined by Management
• Frequent travel required of up to 50% (conferences, client sites, QPS facilities, etc.)
• Ensure continuing commercial momentum by maintaining clear, complete records across CRM, proposals, and contract workflows

Work Location

• This job will be 100% home-office based (remote).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific discipline or business, or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the job.
• Deep CRO experience is required, including a proven track record of prospecting for and closing full-service late-phase clinical trial business across clinical conduct, data management, medical writing, biostatistics, pharmacovigilance, and related services. An established West Coast book of business is strongly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of the drug development/clinical trial industry with key contacts and relationships

Why You Should Apply

QPS offers the scale and capabilities of a global CRO with the agility of a collaborative partner. In this role, you will have the opportunity to build strategic client relationships, drive growth across late-phase clinical development services, and make a direct impact on the continued expansion of our business.

This role offers a competitive base salary and auto allowance, plus incentive compensation.

QPS, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In accordance with federal, state, and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job applicants and present employees are evaluated solely on ability, experience, and the requirements of the job. In addition, QPS, LLC is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.