Position Summary

The Business Development Associate is responsible for end-to-end pipeline development and opportunity intelligence within the clinical research lifecycle. This role focuses exclusively on identifying, evaluating, qualifying, and advancing clinical trial opportunities aligned with organizational capabilities and therapeutic priorities. This position does not include responsibilities related to budget development, contract negotiation, or financial structuring. Instead, it serves as a front‑end engine for study acquisition, ensuring a high‑quality, strategically aligned pipeline for downstream feasibility and contracting team members.

Core Responsibilities

Clinical Trial Opportunity Identification & Pipeline Development

Systematically identify new clinical trial opportunities through:

- ClinicalTrials.gov
- GlobalData
- Sponsor and CRO websites
- Industry portals and targeted search strategies

Maintain a centralized opportunity tracker (Excel/SharePoint-based) with real‑time updates on:

- Study status
- Sponsor/CRO
- Therapeutic area
- Phase and timelines

Sponsor & CRO Intelligence and Evaluation

Conduct structured due diligence on Sponsors/CROs, including:

- Financial stability and funding capability (public listings such as NASDAQ, recent funding rounds, mergers/acquisitions)
- Therapeutic area strategy and pipeline depth
- Historical trial execution patterns and site selection tendencies

Generate Sponsor profiles to guide prioritization and outreach strategy.

Study Feasibility Pre‑Assessment (Non‑Financial)

Perform early‑stage study evaluation to determine organizational fit:

- Therapeutic area alignment (e.g., metabolic, GI, wound care, podiatry)
- Investigational product type (drug, device, biologic)
- Study phase (priority on Phase II–IV)

Analyze protocol‑level elements:

- Inclusion/exclusion criteria
- Visit schedules and procedural burden
- Study design complexity

Translate findings into actionable go/no‑go recommendations for internal stakeholders.





Investigator & Patient Population Matching

Conduct targeted research to align studies with:

- Investigator expertise
- Existing and potential patient populations
- Diagnosis mapping using ICD frameworks

Support identification of high‑probability enrollment scenarios based on:

- Disease prevalence
- Site capabilities
- Historical performance indicators

Strategic Intelligence & Market Analysis

Monitor and interpret trends across therapeutic areas:

- Emerging indications
- Sponsor investment patterns
- Competitive site activity

Analyze datasets and visual trends to:

- Identify high‑value therapeutic opportunities
- Provide strategic recommendations to leadership

Produce insight summaries and pipeline reports for executive review.

Targeted Outreach Strategy Development

Develop highly tailored outreach approaches for Sponsors and CROs. Align messaging with:

- Study protocol specifics
- Investigational product characteristics
- Target patient populations

Customize communication based on stakeholder type:

- Sponsor executives
- Clinical operations teams
- CRO representatives

Ensure all outreach reflects clinical relevance, operational readiness, and strategic fit.

Contact Identification & Relationship Mapping

Identify and validate key decision‑makers using:

- LinkedIn
- GlobalData
- Sponsor/CRO websites
- RocketReach
- Advanced search methodologies

Build and maintain a clean, structured contact database for outreach execution.

SOP Adherence & Operational Compliance

Execute responsibilities in strict accordance with organizational SOPs, including:

- Naming conventions
- Documentation standards
- Workflow processes





Ensure audit‑ready documentation of all pipeline activities and evaluations.

Required Skills & Technical Proficiency

Advanced proficiency in:

- Microsoft Excel (trackers, data analysis, pipeline management)
- Microsoft Word
- G‑Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
- SharePoint & OneDrive
- Microsoft Outlook
- Dropbox
- Microsoft Teams / Zoom

Core Competencies

- Strong analytical capability (data interpretation, pattern recognition, trend analysis)
- High attention to detail and organizational discipline
- Ability to synthesize complex clinical and market data into clear recommendations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Research‑driven mindset with structured, repeatable workflows
- Ability to rapidly learn clinical terminology, therapeutic areas, and protocol structures

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in clinical research, CROs, or healthcare business development.

Familiarity with clinical trial design and phases, ICD coding systems, and therapeutic areas such as metabolic disease, GI, wound care, or cardiovascular conditions.

Experience using clinical intelligence platforms and pipeline tools.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Volume and quality of identified trial opportunities
- Pipeline growth rate and alignment with organizational priorities
- Accuracy and depth of sponsor and study evaluations
- Conversion of identified opportunities to feasibility engagement
- Quality and effectiveness of targeted outreach strategies
- Timeliness and completeness of pipeline tracking and reporting

Role Boundaries (Explicit Exclusions)

- Budget development
- Contract negotiation
- Financial feasibility analysis

Position Impact

This role functions as a strategic intake and qualification layer within the clinical trial acquisition funnel, directly influencing the organization’s ability to secure high‑quality studies, optimize enrollment potential, and align with sponsors that match long‑term growth strategy.

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📌 Business Development Associate (Clinical Research – Pipeline & Opportunity Development). (Colombia)
🏢 Angel City VA Recruitment
📍 Colombia