Business Development Manager, GMP Gene Editing & Biologics Manufacturing

GenScript·
San Diego, California, United States
4w ago
MANAGERCommercialGene Therapy
Market Rate — Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products
25th
$63K
Median
$100K
75th
$151K

BLS 2024 data (national)

Description

<div class="content-intro"><h4><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">About GenScript</span></h4> <h4 style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; font-family: 'Untitled Sans', sans-serif; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); letter-spacing: normal; text-align: start; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002, GenScript has an established global presence across North America, Europe, the Greater China, and Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses encompass four major categories based on its leading gene synthesis technology, including operation as a Life Science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy.</span></h4> <h4 style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; font-family: 'Untitled Sans', sans-serif; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); letter-spacing: normal; text-align: start; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">GenScript is committed to striving towards its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in the world to make humans and nature healthier through biotechnology.</span></h4></div><p><strong>Job Scope:</strong></p> <p>The Business Development Manager will drive revenue growth across GenScript’s <strong>GMP Gene Editing</strong> and <strong>GMP Biologics Manufacturing</strong> portfolios. This individual will support sales of <strong>GMP-grade nucleic acid reagents</strong> (including guide RNAs, ssODNs, long ssDNA, dsDNA HDR templates, and custom endonucleases) as well as <strong>GMP peptide and recombinant protein manufacturing services</strong> supporting vaccines, protein therapeutics, and advanced cell and gene therapy programs.</p> <p>This role requires strong technical fluency in gene editing or biologics development, outstanding consultative selling skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to deliver world-class customer experience.</p> <p>This role will support the West Coast territory and can be based remotely in California, Arizona, Washington, Oregon or another nearby state. </p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <p><strong>Sales & Revenue Growth</strong></p> <ul> <li>Identify, prospect, and close new business for GMP gene-editing reagents and GMP peptide/protein manufacturing services.</li> <li>Develop and execute a territory sales plan to meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets.</li> <li>Manage the full sales lifecycle, including lead generation, discovery, scoping, proposal creation, negotiation, and closing.</li> <li>Build strong relationships with customers in cell therapy, gene therapy, vaccine development, and biologics R&D.</li> <li>Maintain pipeline visibility and forecasting accuracy using CRM systems (Salesforce, Dynamics).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Technical & Product Expertise</strong></p> <ul> <li>Serve as a technical resource for GMP manufacturing capabilities spanning:  <ul> <li>sgRNA, pegRNA, and custom guide RNA</li> <li>ssODNs and long ssDNA</li> <li>Linear dsDNA HDR donors (covalently closed)</li> <li>Custom endonucleases and engineered proteins</li> <li>GMP peptides and recombinant proteins</li> </ul> </li> <li>Translate complex scientific concepts into clear value propositions for R&D, technical, and CMC stakeholders.</li> <li>Support feasibility assessments and proposal development in collaboration with internal teams.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration</strong></p> <ul> <li>Partner with Marketing, Project Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and R&D to ensure seamless customer onboarding and project execution.</li> <li>Communicate customer needs, trends, and feedback internally to refine service offerings and operational capabilities.</li> <li>Contribute to the development of sales enablement materials, technical content, and commercial positioning across the gene editing and biologics portfolio.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Market Development & Travel</strong></p> <ul> <li>Attend conferences, trade shows, and on-site customer meetings (15–25% travel).</li> <li>Expand GenScript’s presence through networking with KOLs, biotech leaders, and strategic partners.</li> <li>Monitor industry trends across gene editing, iPSC engineering, viral vector/mRNA workflows, and peptide/protein therapeutics</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p> <p><strong>Education & Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or related field required; Master’s or MBA preferred.</li> <li><strong>3+ years of business development or sales experience in CDMO/CRO services</strong> within gene editing, biologics manufacturing, or adjacent markets.</li> <li>Demonstrated success in consultative technical selling and achieving revenue targets.</li> <li>Familiarity with GMP operations, CMC documentation, and regulatory expectations for nucleic acids, peptides, or recombinant proteins.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skills & Competencies</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong understanding of CRISPR workflows, HDR template design, and/or biologics development.</li> <li>Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.</li> <li>Ability to independently manage a dynamic pipeline within a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Salesforce/Dynamics, and virtual communication platforms.</li> <li>Highly motivated, organized, detail-oriented, and capable of leading scientific and commercial discussions.</li> </ul> <p>#LI-EB1</p> <p>#GS</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; font-family: 'Untitled Sans', sans-serif; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); letter-spacing: normal; text-align: start; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(45, 45, 45); font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; font-family: 'Untitled Sans', sans-serif; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); letter-spacing: normal; text-align: start; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(45, 45, 45); font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; font-family: 'Untitled Sans', sans-serif; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); letter-spacing: normal; text-align: start; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; font-family: 'Untitled Sans', sans-serif; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); letter-spacing: normal; text-align: start; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(45, 45, 45); font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform. </span></span></p></div>
GenScript

GenScript

BIOTECHNOLOGY

Genomics, Proteomics, Biologics

LocationNJ - Piscataway
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