Business Development Associate Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois

INTRODUCTION

Boston Bioprocess Inc. is a bioprocess optimization company that offers AI for bioprocess improvement, MES for workflow management, and integrated CDMO services. Our mission is to help precision fermentation businesses develop, optimize, and scale their production processes.

We are building a modern, high-performance commercial team – focused, accountable, and execution-driven. We are seeking a Business Development Associate to lead commercial efforts for our MES (Manufacturing Execution System) platform, while supporting broader sales across our AI and CDMO services. This role is ideal for someone who understands bioprocessing and is excited about how software and AI are transforming the industry.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing & Brand Building

• Drive inbound marketing initiatives to generate qualified leads
• Create and manage LinkedIn content, including posts and campaigns
• Develop short-form video content to communicate BostonBio’s value proposition
• Manage newsletter creation and outbound sales campaigns
• Strengthen BostonBio’s brand presence in the biotech and fermentation space

Sales & Business Development

• Lead MES software sales efforts, including outreach, demos, and deal execution
• Support AI and CDMO sales opportunities through cross-functional collaboration
• Manage client communications, follow-ups, and relationship development
• Maintain detailed records of all client interactions and deal progress

Operational Excellence

• Take structured, detailed notes across all client interactions
• Maintain a high level of organization in pipeline tracking and communications
• Ensure all external communications are clear, professional, and buttoned-up

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Bioprocess Engineering, or related field
• Strong interest in software, AI, and digital tools in bioprocessing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable engaging with clients and handling rejection professionally
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Preferred

• Exposure to bioprocess lab or manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with fermentation workflows or CDMO operations
• Experience with content creation (LinkedIn, video, newsletters)
• Prior internship or experience in sales, marketing, or client-facing roles

What We’re Looking For

• Someone who enjoys talking to clients and building relationships
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced startup environment
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Able to balance sales execution with creative marketing efforts
• Resilient—comfortable hearing “no” and continuing to push forward

The ideal candidate

• We are a startup! Prospective candidates should enjoy working in a small team with minimal bureaucracy.
• You’ll enjoy working with us if you like building new things, are highly motivated, proactive and enjoy fast-paced culture, you can effectively work together with team members, partners, and clients in a collaborative environment.

What we offer

• Salary of $50K to $55K depending on qualifications and experience
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Complete benefit package, including 401K match, ESOP, health, life, vision, and dental insurance, and four weeks paid vacation.
• Significant company stock options.
• Sponsorship and adjustment of work visas and immigration related support (must be currently a resident of the United States)

Boston Bioprocess Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and veteran status.