Business Development Associate - Japanese speaker

March 7, 2026

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At OPIS, a leading international Clinical Research Organization (CRO), we are seeking a "hungry for success" Business Development Associate who will help expand our global client network across the life sciences sector focusing on APAC region. You’ll collaborate with senior leaders to identify new business opportunities, research arenaflex companies, and connect with the key decision-makers in pharma and biotech. You'll play a key role in introducing OPIS services, understanding client needs and supporting long-term partnerships. This is a fully remote/home based role. Your main responsibilities: • Identify and engage potential clients through calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach. • Research and analyze organizations to identify decision-makers. • Coordinate meetings between clients and OPIS experts. • Maintain CRM data and prepare regular activity reports. • Follow up with leads and nurture client relationships. What we’re looking for: • High school diploma or a degree • 1 - 3 years of experience in sales (BDR, SDR, recruitment, etc.). • Native/fluent Japanese and English with strong communication skills. • Excellent organizational and planning abilities. • Proactive, team-oriented, and results-driven mindset. • Eagerness to grow. What we offer: • Competitive salary. • Full onboarding and training to ensure your success in the role. • Long-term growth opportunities and a clear development path. • The chance to work remotely. At OPIS, you’ll join a collaborative international team where initiative and growth are encouraged. If you’re ready to build your career in business development within the clinical research industry - we'd love to hear from you! Who we are: OPIS is an International CRO with over 25 years of experience in conducting Phase I-IV, non-interventional and medical devices studies on an international level. We always offer state-of-the-art information technology solutions and innovative approaches to the increasing complexity and variety of projects. OPIS extensive expertise covers all phases of drug-related trials, taking care of the Sponsor beyond the therapeutic area, offering also accurate clinical investigations for medical and diagnostic devices. With Global Clinical Research Locations all over the world, OPIS offers a full range of integrated clinical research services as scientific advice, medical writing, trial start-up, monitoring, study management, data management, statistics, pharmacovigilance, medical monitoring, electronic data capture as well as quality assurance and training. Candidate Privacy Policy Apply tot his job

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