Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Owkin is an AI company on a mission to solve the complexity of biology. As a Sales Director for Life Science Accounts, you will lead commercial engagements with biotech companies and CROs, managing the full sales cycle and contributing to Owkin's goal of accelerating drug discovery and development.
Responsibilities
- Own the full sales cycle for a portfolio of mid-segment accounts, from pipeline generation and qualification to deal closure and expansion planning
- Develop strong, multi-threaded relationships across scientific, BD, and innovation stakeholders in biotech, CROs, and investor-backed companies
- Tailor and deliver high-impact proposals, demos, and presentations that clearly articulate Owkin’s value in solving R&D and clinical challenges
- Lead pricing and contract discussions with support from legal, finance, and product teams
- Identify and cultivate internal champions to support deal momentum and long-term collaboration
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM records, forecasts, and pipeline activities
- Partner with Technical Sales and Product to scope feasible solutions and support successful handoffs
- Share field intelligence to help refine our positioning, messaging, and commercial playbook for the mid-segment
Skills
- Significant experience in B2B enterprise sales or strategic account management, preferably in SaaS, digital platforms, or services sold into life sciences or healthcare
- Background in life sciences, digital health, or AI-powered drug development
- Familiarity with life science R&D teams and workflows
- Experience in a high-growth or fast-paced scale-up environment
- Experience owning and closing complex sales in biotech, CRO, or related life science sectors
- Proven ability to manage multiple accounts and navigate organizations with multiple stakeholders
- Strong consultative selling, negotiation, and value articulation skills
- Strategic thinker with high commercial acumen and ownership mindset
- Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM systems, with strong forecasting and pipeline hygiene
- Familiarity with AI/ML platforms or data-driven tools used in translational science, clinical trials, or portfolio evaluation
Benefits
- Equity option scheme
- Individual and family health insurance
- 401k retirement
- Generous annual leave allowance of 35 days (in addition to any State or Federal recognised holidays)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work organization
- Friendly and informal working environment
- Opportunity to work with an international team with high technical and scientific backgrounds
Company Overview
Owkin is building the first BASI to unlock breakthroughs in therapies, diagnostics, and rejuvenation, while reshaping how humanity understands and engineers biology. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://wearewaiv.com/.