Business Development Associate Jobs in New Jersey
Business Development Associate jobs in New Jersey are open across Princeton, Jersey City, and East Hanover and other New Jersey metros, with employers like ZS Associates, Celgene Corporation, and Juno Therapeutics hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Ardena
Ardena is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in precision medicine development. Ardena supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in bringing innovative, complex molecules from discovery to market.
The Ardena Group operates from five sites across Europe and the United States, employing more than 750 professionals. Ardena European sites are located in Oss and Assen (the Netherlands), Ghent (Belgium), and Pamplona (Spain). Ardena US facility is based in Somerset, New Jersey.
For the Ardena Business Unit based in Somerset (US), we are looking for a Business Development Associate.
Ardena provides integrated services spanning drug substance development, drug product formulation, GMP manufacturing, bioanalytical services, clinical logistics, fill and finish, and CMC regulatory support.
Job Overview
Position: Business Development Associate
Department: Business Development
Location: Somerset (US)
Ardena is hiring a Business Development Associate to join the Sales and Marketing team at our Somerset site. This role supports pharmaceutical development and manufacturing activities within a GMP-regulated environment.
Role Description
The Business Development Associate is a junior commercial role (3–5 years experience) focused on new business hunting and lead generation. You will be the face of Ardena to support the BD team—building relationships, identifying new program opportunities, and driving outbound engagement to increase brand visibility.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the field, enjoys meeting people, and is energized by uncovering new opportunities in the biotech ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Generation — Identify and qualify, early‑stage through late phase opportunities across biotech and pharma.
- Outbound Prospecting — Execute structured outreach via calls, email sequences, LinkedIn campaigns, and in‑person drop‑ins.
- Territory Travel — Travel up to 50% to visit prospects, attend events, and represent Ardena in person.
- Networking & Events — Attend local biotech meetups, innovation gatherings, and industry mixers to expand Ardena’s visibility.
- Brand Awareness — Introduce Ardena’s integrated CRDMO services to new audiences and ensure consistent market messaging.
- Program Hunting — Actively seek out new development and manufacturing programs aligned with Ardena’s capabilities.
- Additional Duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in a CDMO, biotech services, pharma outsourcing, or related scientific commercial role.
- Understanding of drug development workflows (analytical, CMC, manufacturing).
- Demonstrated success in outbound BD or territory development.
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
- Comfortable with frequent travel and in‑person engagement.
- CRM proficiency (Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar).
- Self‑starter with a hunter mindset.
Preferred Skills
- Existing network within the industry.
- Experience attending or exhibiting at industry conferences.
- Ability to translate technical capabilities into commercial value.
- Strong LinkedIn outreach and digital prospecting skills.
What Success Looks Like
- Growth in CRM funnel.
- Increased Ardena visibility in assigned territory.
- Consistent outbound activity and networking presence.
- Strong collaboration with BD and marketing teams.
What Ardena Offers
Ardena is a science-driven and people-focused employer. Working at Ardena means contributing to pharmaceutical projects that support the availability, safety, and quality of medicines for patients worldwide.
Ardena offers an international working environment where employees are encouraged to develop their expertise, take ownership, and grow their careers across functions and locations.
Benefits and perks at Ardena include:
- Competitive salary and tailored benefits package (adjusted per role and location)
- Flexible working arrangements and paid annual leave (where applicable, depending on role and site)
- International and collaborative work environment across European and US sites
- Access to professional development and training programs
- Meaningful work on pharmaceutical development projects that advance patient health
- A values-driven culture guided by Ardena’s CARE principles: Communicative, Accountable, Reliable, and Excellent
How to Apply
Ready to advance your career in pharmaceutical development? Apply now through the Ardena Careers website at careers.ardena.com.
Annual Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000
About Ardena
Ardena is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in precision medicine development. Ardena supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in bringing innovative, complex molecules from discovery to market.
The Ardena Group operates from five sites across Europe and the United States, employing more than 750 professionals. Ardena European sites are located in Oss and Assen (the Netherlands), Ghent (Belgium), and Pamplona (Spain). Ardena US facility is based in Somerset, New Jersey.
For the Ardena Business Unit based in Somerset (US), we are looking for a Business Development Associate.
Ardena provides integrated services spanning drug substance development, drug product formulation, GMP manufacturing, bioanalytical services, clinical logistics, fill and finish, and CMC regulatory support.
Job Overview
Position: Business Development Associate
Department: Business Development
Location: Somerset (US)
Ardena is hiring a Business Development Associate to join the Sales and Marketing team at our Somerset site. This role supports pharmaceutical development and manufacturing activities within a GMP-regulated environment.
Role Description
The Business Development Associate is a junior commercial role (3–5 years experience) focused on new business hunting and lead generation. You will be the face of Ardena to support the BD team—building relationships, identifying new program opportunities, and driving outbound engagement to increase brand visibility.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the field, enjoys meeting people, and is energized by uncovering new opportunities in the biotech ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Generation — Identify and qualify, early‑stage through late phase opportunities across biotech and pharma.
- Outbound Prospecting — Execute structured outreach via calls, email sequences, LinkedIn campaigns, and in‑person drop‑ins.
- Territory Travel — Travel up to 50% to visit prospects, attend events, and represent Ardena in person.
- Networking & Events — Attend local biotech meetups, innovation gatherings, and industry mixers to expand Ardena’s visibility.
- Brand Awareness — Introduce Ardena’s integrated CRDMO services to new audiences and ensure consistent market messaging.
- Program Hunting — Actively seek out new development and manufacturing programs aligned with Ardena’s capabilities.
- Additional Duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in a CDMO, biotech services, pharma outsourcing, or related scientific commercial role.
- Understanding of drug development workflows (analytical, CMC, manufacturing).
- Demonstrated success in outbound BD or territory development.
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
- Comfortable with frequent travel and in‑person engagement.
- CRM proficiency (Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar).
- Self‑starter with a hunter mindset.
Preferred Skills
- Existing network within the industry.
- Experience attending or exhibiting at industry conferences.
- Ability to translate technical capabilities into commercial value.
- Strong LinkedIn outreach and digital prospecting skills.
What Success Looks Like
- Growth in CRM funnel.
- Increased Ardena visibility in assigned territory.
- Consistent outbound activity and networking presence.
- Strong collaboration with BD and marketing teams.
What Ardena Offers
Ardena is a science-driven and people-focused employer. Working at Ardena means contributing to pharmaceutical projects that support the availability, safety, and quality of medicines for patients worldwide.
Ardena offers an international working environment where employees are encouraged to develop their expertise, take ownership, and grow their careers across functions and locations.
Benefits and perks at Ardena include:
- Competitive salary and tailored benefits package (adjusted per role and location)
- Flexible working arrangements and paid annual leave (where applicable, depending on role and site)
- International and collaborative work environment across European and US sites
- Access to professional development and training programs
- Meaningful work on pharmaceutical development projects that advance patient health
- A values-driven culture guided by Ardena’s CARE principles: Communicative, Accountable, Reliable, and Excellent
How to Apply
Ready to advance your career in pharmaceutical development? Apply now through the Ardena Careers website at careers.ardena.com.
Annual Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000
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Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Business Development Associate Job Market in New Jersey
A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- ZS Associates26
- Celgene Corporation14
- Juno Therapeutics11
- Advanced Accelerator Applications Usa10
- BD10
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals85
- Consulting & Professional Services43
- Technology & Software19
- Banking & Financial Services16
- Education15
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business development associate jobs across New Jersey.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
- Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
- Proven ability to qualify leads and manage an outbound prospecting pipeline
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing outreach
- Familiarity with sales engagement tools like Outreach, Salesloft, or Apollo
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and product teams
Business Development Associate Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How many business development associate jobs are there in New Jersey?
There are 271+ business development associate openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Princeton, Jersey City, and East Hanover. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.
Which New Jersey cities have the most business development associate jobs?
Princeton, Jersey City, and East Hanover have the most business development associate openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire business development associates in New Jersey?
Employers hiring business development associates in New Jersey include ZS Associates, Celgene Corporation, and Juno Therapeutics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote business development associate jobs in New Jersey?
Yes. About 32% of business development associate openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.
How do I apply for business development associate jobs in New Jersey?
You can apply to business development associate jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.
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