CONTRACT RESEARCH ACQUISITION MANAGER
Overview and description
COSBI has an international reputation for world-class research and driving for high impact in bioinformatics and computational biology applied to the fields of systems nutrition and systems pharmacology. It successfully attracts research contracts from top-level food and pharmaceutical companies.
COSBI started its operations over 10 years ago developing proprietary algorithms and methods to analyze, model and simulate biological systems at the molecular level, and connect these systems to higher level phenotypes. The research results are defining the state-of-the-art in many fields of bioinformatics. After an initial phase of technology development supported by seed investment funds, COSBI started a path towards self-sustainability, a goal it met almost completely in recent years by offering its expertise through contract research projects with international food and pharmaceutical companies. COSBI’s best asset is human capital: it offers world-class consultant research services. COSBI’s strategy is to work with companies in the field of systems nutrition and systems pharmacology, while maintaining a portfolio of cutting-edge research activities; this combination makes COSBI a unique player in the scientific and industrial research community.
To help COSBI achieve its business and research growth targets, we are looking for a tenacious and target-driven Contract Research Acquisition Manager to identify new business opportunities for both broadening the customer base and activating new research contracts with our existing clients in the food and pharmaceutical sectors. Prospective candidates should be able to evidence significant skills and success in business development targeting commercial customers rather than merely grant application writing and contract negotiation with national and/or international funding agencies.
The work of the Contract Research Acquisition Manager will include development of scientific marketing material based on the technology and skills available at COSBI. COSBI guarantees support of professional graphical design and administrative matters, however there is no extended marketing or communication team within the company so the CRAM will need to be self-reliant for many of the associated tasks.
Required skills
The candidate Contract Research Acquisition Manager must be a resilient and creative individual for what is a demanding but highly rewarding role. The successful candidate will have:
 PhD, and at least 10-years research experience in bioinformatics and/or computational biology;
 Proven experience of building long-term effective relationships with high level stakeholders;
 Proven track record in negotiating and securing large partnership deals in the last 4 years of which minimum 75% from industrial contracts and at least
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COSBI is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without
regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and
expression, age.
from 3 different sources;
 Excellent planning and communication skills;
 Ability to speak and write in English fluently;
 Knowledge of science marketing principles;
 Ability to positively contribute to a great dynamic team and operate independently when needed;
 Exceptional skills of influence with a confident and persuasive approach;
 Ability to thrive under pressure.
If successful, you will be part of an inspiring and industry-leading team. We are a collaborative and supportive team, and encourage professional and personal development initiatives, thereby supporting your career development at COSBI.
Job details
Contract
Fixed Term Contract – Full-time job
Length of contract
2 Years, renewable depending on acquisition results
Salary
Salary includes a large variable part depending on income acquisitions
Area
Work with and report to CEO – Liaise with Research team
Location
Rovereto, Northern Italy (remote working possible / availability to travel)
How to Apply
To apply, send your CV with a motivation letter by e-mail to hr@cosbi.eu and authorize the handling of personal information according to Italian Law 196/03
Closing date: 30 April 2016