Scientific Business Development Associate, Translational Oncology Solutions

Location: Fully remote; Italy preferred. Occasional travel may be required.

Company

hirify.global develops translational oncology solutions and supports preclinical and translational research programs for biotechnology and pharmaceutical clients.

What you will do

• Prepare quotes, proposals, and Statements of Work by combining client requirements with scientific, operational, and commercial input.
• Support model selection and the development of preclinical and translational study designs using scientific databases and resources.
• Consolidate model information, scientific data, feasibility assessments, timelines, pricing, and other proposal materials.
• Coordinate with Medical Affairs, R&D, laboratory, Project Management, and Operations teams to resolve technical questions.
• Conduct tailored lead generation, account research, conference preparation, and client meeting support across Europe and Asia.
• Maintain CRM records and support pipeline reviews, reporting, forecasting, and business development resource improvements.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in cancer biology, molecular biology, immunology, pharmacology, biochemistry, genetics, or a related biomedical or life sciences discipline.
• Professional fluency in English is required.
• Strong scientific foundation in oncology or a related discipline, with an understanding of oncology drug discovery and preclinical and translational development.
• Understanding of in vivo, ex vivo, biomarker, and other translational research platforms.
• Strong scientific communication, analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across functions, geographies, and time zones in a remote environment.

Nice to have

• PhD or equivalent scientific training.
• Experience with preclinical oncology models, in vivo or ex vivo pharmacology, immuno-oncology, biomarkers, or translational research.
• Experience in academic research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical drug development, a CRO, or a related preclinical research environment.
• Additional European or Asian language skills.
• Business development, project management, technical sales, or customer-facing experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
• Remote work in a typical remote office environment.
• Cross-functional collaboration across Europe and Asia.
• Inclusive work environment committed to diversity.