Director, Business Development – Toxicology Lab Services
Drive Growth in Toxicology and ADME Preclinical Drug Development Director, Business Development – Toxicology, ADME and related lab services Remote (U.S.-based) | U.S. & Canada territory About QPS QPS is a global, full-service CRO delivering discovery, preclinical, and clinical research services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Our preclinical Toxicology and ADME services provide critical data that drives drug development, and we are recognized for scientific expertise, regulatory compliance, and high-quality results. Role Overview We’re seeking a strategic, high-performing sales professional to expand our Toxicology, ADME and related lab services across the U.S. and Canada, with the opportunity to engage clients in a global service delivery model. This role requires a strong understanding of preclinical development, including broad in vivo study experience, to effectively position QPS solutions and align with client program needs. What You’ll Do:
- Lead the full sales cycle for Toxicology, ADME and related lab services: prospecting, presentations, proposals, negotiation, and closing
- Build and maintain relationships with senior decision-makers at pharma and biotech companies, positioning QPS as a partner for preclinical development
- Identify opportunities, generate RFPs, and expand existing accounts with a global perspective on service delivery
- Represent QPS at industry meetings, conferences, and client visits
- Collaborate with internal teams, including Marketing, Technical Operations, and Finance, to ensure clients’ global ADME/Tox needs are met and exceeded
- Leverage knowledge of in vivo models and study design considerations to support client discussions and proposal strategies
- Provide activity reports and sales forecasts to management
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in life sciences, pharmacology, or toxicology and the experience that provides the KSAs to do the job; DABT credentials preferred
- 1+ years of business development or technical sales experience in CROs, with a focus on Toxicology services required (3+ years ideally); related experience in ADME preferred
- Demonstrated experience supporting or selling in vivo preclinical services (rodent and non-rodent models), with a solid understanding of study design, endpoints, and regulatory expectations
- Demonstrated success selling globally delivered ADME/Tox services and managing client expectations across the assigned regions
- Strong network in the pharma/biotech industry and deep knowledge of ADME/Tox lab capabilities
- Self-motivated, results-oriented, and comfortable working remotely
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and closing skills
Why QPS: Join a collaborative, innovative team shaping the future of drug development. You’ll drive growth in ADME and Toxicology services while connecting U.S. clients with QPS’s global capabilities—an opportunity to make a tangible impact on client success and global preclinical development. QPS offers a competitive base salary complemented by a performance-based incentive plan and car allowance—providing strong earning potential aligned with your impact and success. QPS, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In accordance with federal, state, and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job applicants and present employees are evaluated solely on ability, experience, and the requirements of the job. In addition, QPS, LLC is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. #LI-DNI Apply tot his job Apply To this Job