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By combining deep clinical trial expertise with cutting-edge AI, we connect sponsors' scientific ambitions with high-performing research teams that expedite and expand access to novel therapeutics for patients in need. Today, Iterative Health is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and New York City with 250+ employees world-wide.\nAs a Director, Life Sciences at Iterative Health you will play a pivotal role in accelerating growth across our clinical trials business. This highly visible, external-facing role will be responsible for identifying, developing, and expanding partnerships with biopharmaceutical and biotechnology sponsors, helping bring innovative therapies to patients through cutting-edge clinical research.\nYou will own the full business development lifecycle-from market engagement and opportunity identification through proposal development, contract negotiation, and partnership expansion. This individual will collaborate closely with clinical operations, product, scientific, and executive leadership teams to develop commercial strategies that drive revenue growth and strengthen Iterative Health's position as a trusted partner in driving innovations in specialty research.\nWhere You’ll Drive Impact \nServe as a primary commercial representative of Iterative Health to prospective and existing biopharma, biotech, and clinical research partners.\nDevelop and execute strategic business development plans to drive sponsor engagement, revenue growth, and long-term partnerships.\nBuild, manage, and expand relationships with key decision-makers across clinical development, clinical operations, medical affairs, and strategic outsourcing functions.\nLead the full sales cycle, including prospecting, qualification, proposal development, pricing strategy, contract negotiation, and deal execution.\nCollaborate with internal stakeholders to develop tailored clinical trial solutions that align with sponsor needs and organizational capabilities.\nPartner with clinical operations and delivery teams to ensure successful execution and ongoing client satisfaction.\nGather and communicate market intelligence, competitive insights, and sponsor feedback to inform commercial strategy and product development.\nContribute to the development and refinement of Iterative Health's value proposition, positioning, and go-to-market strategy.\nRepresent Iterative Health at industry conferences, scientific meetings, and business development events.\nMaintain accurate opportunity forecasting and pipeline management within CRM systems.\nPerforms related job duties \nHow We Work\nCollaborative and low-ego team environment\nFast-moving and highly iterative culture\nStrong focus on ownership and accountability\nMission-driven and patient-centered mindset\nOpen communication and continuous learning\nComfortable navigating evolving business needs\nWhat You Bring to the Team\nBachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Business, or a related field.\n8+ years of progressive experience in business development, strategic partnerships, clinical research, life sciences, or related commercial roles.\nDemonstrated success developing and closing partnerships with biotechnology and pharmaceutical organizations.\nStrong understanding of the clinical trial ecosystem, including sponsors, CROs, site networks, and research operations.\nEstablished network of industry contacts and decision-makers within the biopharma sector.\nProven ability to negotiate complex commercial agreements and manage enterprise-level relationships.\nExceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.\nStrong business acumen, strategic thinking, and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.\nAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment with evolving priorities.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience supporting clinical trials within cardiology, gastroenterology, hepatology, obesity, , immunology, or related therapeutic areas.\nExperience within a CRO, site network, clinical trial technology company, healthcare technology organization, or sponsor organization.\nKnowledge of decentralized, technology-enabled, or AI-driven clinical research solutions.\nAdvanced degree such as MBA, MPH, MS, PharmD, or PhD.\nExperience managing strategic accounts and driving expansion opportunities within existing partnerships.\nBenefits That Support You\nWe believe great teams do their best work when they feel supported - professionally and personally.\nHybrid work environment with in-office collaboration two days per week in either our NYC or Boston office\nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with up to 80% of premiums covered by Iterative Health\nMental health and wellness support through Spring Health\nHealth HSA or FSA options, and commuter FSA contributions supported by Iterative Health\nUnlimited PTO, 12 company holidays, and a company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Years\n401(k) program with a company match of up to 3% (up to $3,000 annually)\nWeekly in-office lunch benefit every Tuesday\n100% company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage\nAnnual wellness and professional development stipend to support your health and growth\nAnd more!\nNew York pay range\n$180,000—$250,000 USD\nAt Iterative Health, we’re actively working towards creating an environment that is representative of the diversity of patients our technology serves. 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