Iterative Health is a healthcare technology and services company powering the acceleration of clinical research to transform patient outcomes. The Iterative Health Site Network is a premier network of 70+ clinical research sites across US and Europe accelerating the path to market for gastrointestinal (GI) and hepatology novel therapies. Our focus is on driving the success and growth of our partner sites by empowering them with tech-enabled services. By combining deep expertise in clinical trials with cutting-edge AI, we empower research teams and study sponsors to expand and expedite access to novel therapeutics for patients in need.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Business Development to lead partnership growth across our clinical trials portfolio. This external-facing role is critical to expanding Iterative Health’s reach with biopharma and biotech sponsors, helping shape the future of IBD clinical research. You will work closely with internal stakeholders across product, operations, and clinical teams to drive commercial success and deliver value to our sponsor partners.

Responsibilities

Act as a primary external-facing representative of Iterative Health for prospective and existing life sciences partners
Develop, manage, and grow strategic relationships with biopharma and biotech organizations
Lead outbound and inbound business development efforts, from lead generation through contract execution
Support pricing, go-to-market strategy, and commercial input into clinical trial offerings
Partner with cross-functional internal teams to ensure delivery and performance align with partner expectations
Inform the evolution of our value proposition and positioning in the marketplace
Represent Iterative Health at industry conferences and client meetings

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

8–10+ years of experience in life sciences, with a focus on clinical trials, medical affairs, business development, or enterprise partnerships
A robust network of decision-makers in the biotech and biopharma space
Track record of sourcing, structuring, and closing enterprise partnerships across the biopharma landscape
Skilled in external communications and relationship management
Entrepreneurial mindset with a high level of ownership and accountability
Comfortable working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment with cross-functional ambiguity

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in IBD, gastroenterology, immunology or adjacent therapeutic areas
Deep understanding of the clinical trials landscape
Advanced degree in healthcare or business (MBA, MPH, PhD)

New York pay range

$180,000—$250,000 USD

At Iterative Health, we’re actively working towards creating an environment that is representative of the diversity of patients our technology serves. We are focused on building an equitable and inclusive culture, and by extension, hiring process. If you require any accommodations to make the application process or interviewing experience more accessible to you, please contact [email protected].

Director, Business Development

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