Clinical Trials Business Development Manager

We are looking for an experienced Clinical Trials Business Development Manager to join our team! 

Are you well organized, but adaptable to unexpected changes? Someone who is able to see the bigger picture, without losing sight of the day-to-day tasks? If the answer is yes, keep reading!

The Clinical Trials Business Development Manager is a strategic leader responsible for driving growth and operational excellence across CPC’s clinical research portfolio. This position combines business acumen with deep clinical research expertise to foster strong client relationships and ensure high-quality project delivery.

Remote candidates are welcome to apply.

In this position you will: 

• Serve as the primary liaison for new study proposals, budget negotiations, and contract execution
• Lead proposal development for new studies and consulting engagements, collaborating with internal teams to craft compelling responses and accurate budgets.
• Create and update budgets for proposals
• Work with finance to optimize budget models and update them for changes in services
• Manage timelines for proposals, bid defenses, and contract negotiations to ensure timely delivery and alignment with client expectations.
• Maintain and update standardized templates for proposals and client-facing materials.
• Serve as the go-to resource for internal teams regarding scope of work, budget amendments, and task allocations.
• Maintain and evolve standardized templates and materials for proposals, capabilities presentations, and client communications.
• Partner with Legal Affairs to execute confidentiality agreements and ensure compliance during pre-contract phases.
• Coordinate vendor quotes and external meetings related to proposals, budgets, and strategic discussions.
• Additional activities as required. 

Here's what you'll need to bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or Nursing (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years in clinical research, with at least 3 years in sponsor or CRO project management.
• Proven success in business development and proposal management.
• Deep knowledge of GCP, FDA, and ICH regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Excellent interactive skills to be able to interface broadly with both internal and external teams.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability, conflict resolution, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
  

Targeted Compensation: $70,000 - $95,000 annually

Deadline to Apply: November 1, 2025

Note: Viable applicants will be required to pass a background and education verification check.

About CPC:

CPC is an academic research organization that offers full service clinical trial design, oversight, and management with rapid access to Key Opinion Leaders in a variety of therapeutic areas. With over 35 years of experience, CPC has provided services to over 150 clinical trials in a variety of indications, with an emphasis on cardiovascular, wound healing, diabetes and more.

CPC has expertise in managing clinical trials from a variety of funding sources including Industry, NIH, and Investigator Initiated trials.

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CPC offers:

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD etc.)
• Matching 401(k) plan (dollar for dollar up to 4% of your eligible compensation, fully vested immediately)
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 - 25 vacation days based on years of service
• Paid sick time (2.67 hours accrued bi-weekly up to a maximum of 80 hours) 
• Monthly fun events (e.g. team building activities, games, charitable events, potlucks, picnics)
• Flexible and remote work schedules 
  

An Equal Opportunity Employer

CPC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, religion, creed, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, age 40 and over or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and certain state or local laws. If you need assistance, please email our Human Resources team at careers@cpcmed.org.