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Associate Director Business Development - Clinical Research

Role overview

Qualifications

  • BS/BA in business, life sciences, or a related field
  • 1+ years of sales experience in clinical research, site networks, CROs, or pharma
  • A track record of initiating and closing sales
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Drive lead generation through cold outreach and client engagement
  • Own the full sales cycle from prospecting to close
  • Represent IMA at industry conferences
  • Build lasting client relationships through proactive account management

Key facts

Other skills

  • Sales
  • Relationship Management
  • Communication
  • Social Skills
  • Self-Motivation
  • Time Management

About the company

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The IMA Group

Contract Research Organizations (CRO)

For over 30 years, The IMA Group has been dedicated to enhancing the livelihood and productivity of individuals and organizations navigating challenging periods of health, work and disability while actively contributing to the development of new medical treatments and clinical advancements. With thousands of licensed providers and over 150 offices nationwide, IMA is able to serve national needs while maintaining a regional focus. IMA has two divisions: Evaluation Services including Government and Payer and a Clinical Research Site Network. We provide medical and psychological evaluations and other ancillary services to federal, state, and local governments and agencies, commercial insurers, TPAs and corporate clients. Our Clinical Research Division specializes in Phase II, III, and IV clinical trials in multiple therapeutic areas through our nationwide multi-site network.

Company details

Company typeSME
IndustryContract Research Organizations (CRO)
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Associate Director, Business Development


Location: Remote (anywhere in the US) or based at any IMA office

IMA Clinical Research is a national leader in Phase II–IV clinical trials, with 650+ studies completed and partnerships with 100+ sponsors across multiple therapeutic areas. We're looking for a driven, relationship-focused sales professional to help us grow.

 

As Associate Director, Business Development, you'll identify, build, and nurture relationships with key decision-makers at pharmaceutical, biotech, and CRO organizationsβ€”driving new business across site-based, hybrid, and fully decentralized clinical trials.

 

What You'll Do

  • Drive lead generation through cold outreach and client engagement
  • Own the full sales cycle from prospecting to close
  • Represent IMA at industry conferences
  • Keep CRM records accurate and current
  • Build lasting client relationships through proactive account management
  • Contribute to weekly Business Development strategy meetings

What You Bring

  • BS/BA in business, life sciences, or a related field
  • 1+ years of sales experience in clinical research, site networks, CROs, or pharma
  • A track record of initiating and closing sales
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivation and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Good to Know
This role involves occasional travel (~10%) within North America and regular video/in-person client interaction. 

If you're a self-starter who thrives on building relationships and closing deals in the clinical research space, we'd love to hear from you.

 

The IMA Group is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Government Services Division supports local, state, and federal agencies and delivers professional and objective medical and psychological examinations as well as ancillary services. Our Payer Services Division meets the evaluation and screening needs of Carriers, TPAs, Public Entities and Employers and includes behavioral health and physical medicine specialty services, working with a wide range of organizations within the workers' compensation, disability, liability, and auto markets. Our Clinical Research Division performs all types of Phase II-IV clinical trials in multiple therapeutic areas through a flexible nationwide network of site locations and virtual capabilities.  
 

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