Business Development Associate

Full Time, Exempt Employee

Job Reference ID: 31307261

Location: Tigard, OR

About Yecuris

Yecuris develops and commercializes industry-leading liver-humanized mouse models and research services, enabling biotech, pharmaceutical, and academic scientists to generate human-relevant insights at the cellular, tissue, and whole-animal level. Our platforms are integral to drug metabolism, infectious disease, and cell and gene therapy research — and we're growing.

Yecuris is seeking an experienced, self-directed Business Development Associate to contribute to expanding our commercial efforts in the life sciences market. This individual will facilitate the full sales cycle — from prospecting and pipeline development to close — while serving as a credible scientific peer to our research customers. The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in a relevant discipline, or brings a proven track record in life science tools, reagents, or CRO sales.

This is a high-impact, high-autonomy role for someone who thrives at the intersection of science and business.

In This Role You Will

Generate Sales Opportunities:

• Identify, qualify, and close business opportunities across biotech, pharma, and academic research institutions.
• Actively cultivate new leads through various channels, including attending conferences, networking events, and utilizing online resources.
• Survey information sources to identify target companies based on therapeutic area, mechanism of action, and other key activities relevant to the company’s products and services.

• Engage with customers to understand their needs, challenges, and research goals.
• Deliver technically sophisticated presentations, data packages, and consultative proposals tailored to each client's specific research program and therapeutic area.
• Maintain deep, current knowledge of Yecuris platforms and their application across application areas.

• Act as a long-term trusted advisor to key accounts, understanding evolving research priorities and proactively identifying new applications for Yecuris solutions.
• Coordinate with internal scientific and operations teams to ensure proposals are technically sound, deliverable, and aligned with client needs.
• Provide structured, actionable market intelligence — including competitor activity, customer feedback, and emerging research trends — to inform R&D and marketing strategy.

• Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify and present new opportunities to internal teams.
• Represent Yecuris at scientific conferences, symposia, and industry events — actively generating leads and reinforcing brand visibility.
• Collaborate on go-to-market strategies, key account targeting, and multi-channel outreach initiatives.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the management team.

M.S. or Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., pharmacology, cell/molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, or related field) strongly preferred. B.S. candidates with exceptional, directly relevant life science sales experience will be considered. 1-2 years’ experience in technical sales or similar customer-facing roles within the life sciences industry is preferred, although a science background with an interest in changing to a sales role may be considered. Willingness to travel as required to meet with customers and attend industry events.

Key Skills

• Positive attitude with the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Ability to successfully drive sales opportunities to successful closure, with high-level guidance
• Highly organized and capable of meeting deadlines
• Ability to develop and maintain effective professional relationships with scientific clients
• Excellent attention to detail Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Well-developed multi-tasking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapt to changes

• This position is primarily in an office setting
• Ability to lift at least 30 lbs
• Occasional travel

Office Equipment: personal computer (MS office suite, CRM, databases), printers, phones, trade show equipment, etc.

Benefits

Yecuris offers exciting career opportunities in a dynamic working environment. Full medical, dental, vision, 401K, and profit-sharing benefits provided for full-time employees. Convenient location in Tigard, Oregon, with free parking.