US Site & Business Development Manager

Location: Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, California (On-site)

Reports to: CEO

Type: Full time 

Eligibility: U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (required for federal grant eligibility) 

Role Overview

Manage day-to-day operations and drive US business development at the intersection of biotech and space. This role bridges strategy and execution— identifying and converting US government (NASA, NSF, NIH, DoD) and commercial opportunities. You’ll collaborate closely with the broader team to align grants, contracts, and partnerships across regions. Ideal for a hands-on operator with strong BD instincts and experience navigating government programs in science and innovation as well as commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Site Leadership: Manage daily operations of the US site, including program and contract management, compliance, and logistical support for local activities. 

• US Government BD: Prospect, qualify, and build relationships with US government agencies including NASA, NSF, NIH, DoD, and others. Develop stakeholder maps and cultivate program manager relationships. 

• Proposal Management: Lead the development of grant and contract proposals, coordinating inputs from internal scientists, external consultants, and technical partners. Ensure timely, competitive submissions. 

• Team Coordination: Manage a small, cross-functional team of technical and scientific consultants to support high-quality proposals and efficient project execution. 

• Strategic Alignment: Coordinate closely with the European team to ensure US contracts and grants align with Exobiosphere’s global roadmap and long-term milestones. 

• Operational Growth: Build processes that can scale US operations as the office expands post-fundraising. 

Requirements

• Master’s degree in business, public policy, international relations, economics or a related field such as biotech management, government contracting, or science and technology policy. Strong preference for candidates who combine technical fluency with experience in operations or commercialization. 

• 10 years of experience in business development, federal grant or contract management, within the biotech, pharma, space, or defense sectors. 

• Demonstrated track record of securing or managing US government funding, including direct involvement in proposal development, grant writing, or contract execution with agencies such as NASA, NSF, NIH, or DoD. Experience should include navigating program requirements, working with agency stakeholders, and contributing to successful submissions or awards. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead proposals (SBIR/STTR, BAA, RFP, or equivalent) from initial concept to final submission 

• Strong organizational and project management skills; capable of juggling day-to-day site operations while driving external opportunities. 

• Comfortable working with distributed teams across time zones. 

• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong attention to detail and execution. 

• Must have ability to travel up to 30% of the time.  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. 

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Why EXOBIOSPHERE? 

Innovative Environment: Join a forward-thinking team where your organizational skills and expertise will support groundbreaking discoveries. We foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning. 

Strategic Location: Work at the House of BioHealth in Luxembourg, a premier biotech hub offering state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant community of like-minded professionals. 

Professional Growth: We are committed to your career development, providing ample opportunities for advancement and professional growth in the exciting field of space-based drug discovery. 

Competitive Packages: We offer attractive compensation packages, including benefits and incentives, designed to reward your hard work and dedication. 

Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values diverse perspectives and works together to achieve ambitious goals. 

Global Impact: Contribute to pioneering research that has the potential to transform healthcare and improve lives worldwide. 

This is an unparalleled opportunity to work at the exciting intersection of space and health, where your contributions will have a global impact.  We seek passionate and driven individuals who are eager to work hard and be part of our visionary team.  We offer competitive packages and a dynamic, collaborative environment at the House of BioHealth in Luxembourg.   

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