Senior Director of Clinical Business Development – Europe

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- Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
Business Development

Drive clinical business growth across Europe by building strategic partnerships and expanding QPS’s patient-focused CRO services

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Senior Director of Clinical Business Development – Europe

Location: Europe (flexible, with frequent travel)

About QPS

Since 1996, QPS (https://www.qps.com/company/) has been helping biotech, pharma, and medical device companies bring therapies to market efficiently. From early Phase I studies to global late-phase trials, we combine scientific expertise, operational excellence, and global reach to deliver high-quality, patient-focused solutions. Our team enjoys challenging, rewarding work in a culture that values Integrity, Quality, Customer Focus, Commitment, People, and Culture.

The Role

We’re looking for a Senior Director of Clinical Business Development to lead our growth across Europe. You’ll build strong client relationships, secure new business opportunities, and work closely with our global BD and operational teams to expand QPS’s CRO services around Patient Centric studies.

What You’ll Do

Drive business development strategy and revenue growth across Europe, focusing on QPSs CRO services (https://www.qps.com/clinical-services/)
Build trusted relationships with pharma, biotech, and emerging biopharma clients
Align European initiatives with QPS global priorities
Represent QPS at conferences, networking events, and client meetings
Collaborate with operations and scientific teams to deliver client-focused solutions

Job requirements

What We’re Looking For

Bachelors in Life Sciences, Business, or related field; advanced degree helpful
10+ years of business development experience in a CRO, with a track record of winning complex, multi-million Euro deals and expertise handling long sales cycles
Strong knowledge of Clinical trials and European regulatory requirements
Established network of senior-level contacts in pharma, biotech, and emerging biopharma
Excellent leadership, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills
Fluent in English; additional European languages a plus
Willingness to travel extensively (50%+)

Why QPS?

Global reach with full-service CRO capabilities
Deep expertise in Uro-oncology, Obesity, Dermatology, CNS, and other niche indications
Agile, client-focused approach with proven success in complex studies
Data-driven, certified, and ready to support regulatory submissions across Europe

If you want to shape the future of clinical research in Europe, lead a high-performing team, and make a real impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

Vaccination Protocol

At QPS, we care about keeping our workplace healthy and safe. Our vaccination program, including Hepatitis B, helps support that goal. Participation may be required for some roles and is voluntary/encouraged for others. By applying, you acknowledge that you understand this policy as it relates to your role.

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As an employee of QPS, you will be expected to participate in our vaccination program for Health purposes. This vaccination program includes a Hepatitis B vaccination. Do you acknowledge and accept this expectation? (Als medewerker van QPS wordt er van je verwacht dat je deelneemt aan ons vaccinatieprogramma voor gezondheidsdoeleinden. Dit vaccinatieprogramma omvat een Hepatitis B-vaccinatie. Erken en accepteer je deze verwachting?)

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