Research Business Development Manager (Full-Time)

Rocky Mountain Clinical Research Idaho Falls, ID

The Research Business Development Manager is responsible for the strategic growth of Rocky Mountain Clinical Research's clinical trial portfolio. This position serves as the primary point of contact for pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, contract research organizations (CROs), and research sponsors, developing new partnerships and identifying clinical trial opportunities that align with our physicians, patients, and organizational mission.

The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of study start-up, including feasibility assessments, sponsor communications, budget and contract negotiations, regulatory submissions, and study activation. Once studies are fully approved and activated, they will transition to our Research Operations Manager for day-to-day execution.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys combining relationship building, strategic business development, negotiation, and regulatory leadership to expand a growing clinical research enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, CROs, and research sponsors.
• Identify and pursue new clinical trial opportunities aligned with organizational goals and physician interests.
• Complete feasibility questionnaires and site qualification assessments.
• Evaluate study protocols for scientific, operational, and financial feasibility.
• Develop and negotiate study budgets and Clinical Trial Agreements.
• Coordinate legal review and contract execution as needed.
• Prepare and oversee regulatory submissions, including Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP), sponsor requirements, and company policies during study start-up.
• Coordinate site initiation activities and successfully activate new studies.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, executive leadership, finance, regulatory personnel, and research operations staff.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of future research opportunities while cultivating long-term sponsor relationships.
• Monitor industry trends and recommend new therapeutic areas for research growth.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare, scientific, business, or related field.
• Minimum five years of experience in clinical research.
• Experience working directly with pharmaceutical sponsors or CROs.
• Experience with study start-up, regulatory submissions, or sponsor management.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP), Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), or similar certification.
• Experience negotiating clinical trial budgets and contracts.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, and IRB processes.
• Experience with investigator-initiated or industry-sponsored clinical trials.
• Business development or strategic partnership experience within healthcare or clinical research.
• Experience with multiple therapeutic areas.

Work Schedule

• Full-time, salaried position
• Monday - Friday
• Occasional travel for investigator meetings, sponsor visits, conferences, or business development activities

Ready to Join Our Team?

This is more than a business development position-it's an opportunity to directly influence the future of healthcare in our community. As our Research Business Development Manager, you'll help bring cutting-edge therapies to patients while building lasting partnerships with some of the world's leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.

Join a collaborative team that values innovation, professionalism, and meaningful work. Your efforts will directly contribute to expanding access to tomorrow's treatments for patients today.

Apply today and help lead the next phase of growth at Rocky Mountain Clinical Research.

We understand your time is valuable, so we've made our application process quick and easy. If you're an experienced clinical research professional ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to complete our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to learning more about you!

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