Business Development Associate
Start your international career in life sciences with a leading CRO
Are you passionate about making an impact in the life sciences industry? OPIS, a quality-focused, science-driven Contract Research Organization (CRO), is looking for a motivated Business Development Associate to join our expanding global team. This is your opportunity to launch a career in business development within clinical research, backed by a structured growth plan and comprehensive support.
We offer a clear pathway to become a Business Development Manager within 18 months, and a potential promotion to Business Development Director in the following years—based on your performance and dedication.
🔍 What You'll DoAs a Business Development Associate, you will play a key role in identifying and initiating contact with potential client companies in the clinical research space. Your responsibilities will include:
Conducting in-depth market research to identify target companies and key decision-makers
Mapping organizational structures to support strategic outreach
Contacting potential clients via phone and email, presenting OPIS’s services with clarity and professionalism
Coordinating and scheduling virtual or face-to-face meetings between prospective clients and OPIS senior staff
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client data in our CRM system
Following up with leads, managing communications, and building long-term relationships
This role is global in scope and may involve engaging with clients both within your home country and across Europe.
🎓 What You Bring1–3 years of sales experience (i.e Sales Development Representative,Business Development Representatives)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Analytical mindset and a proactive approach to research
Good command of Microsoft Office and CRM tools
Highly organized with strong planning skills
Team player with a collaborative mindset
Must have right to work
Competitive salary
Full remote working flexibility
Extensive training and ongoing mentorship
Fast-track career development into BD Manager and beyond
Opportunity to work in a global, innovation-driven company that values growth, integrity, and scientific excellence
OPIS is a global CRO with over 25 years of experience in managing Phase I–IV clinical trials, non-interventional studies, and medical device investigations. With clinical research locations worldwide, we offer a full range of integrated services, including:
Scientific advice & protocol development
Trial start-up & site management
Data management & biostatistics
Pharmacovigilance & medical monitoring
Quality assurance, training, and more
At OPIS, we combine cutting-edge technology, a science-first approach, and a strong commitment to quality to deliver exceptional clinical research services to our partners.
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What We Do
OPIS was founded in 1998 by medical doctors from the Pharma Industry and is a Global clinical CRO with 25 years of experience in a wide range of therapeutic areas. OPIS provides full-service, 360° clinical trial support from study concept creation and protocol development to full project execution, study data handling and up to study closure, analysis, and reporting. We manage Phase I-IV, interventional, non-interventional and medical devices studies on an international level. In addition, OPIS also manages pre- and post-marketing clinical investigations for medical and diagnostic devices, nutraceutical, and food supplement studies.
Our qualified, fully trained, and dedicated staff has managed 1470 studies to date.
OPIS’s strength lies in its people and its specialized teams who assist clients from A-Z with medical writing, scientific and statistical consultancy for trial design and skilled teams of operational staff that ensure high quality project execution, with global coverage.
Our mission is to increase the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its high-science and disciplined operating approach that leverages local regulatory and deep therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system... etc.
OPIS is committed to continuous growth and expansion, while currently we have affiliates in 17 countries around the world.
For more information, visit www.opisresearch.com
