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Global Account Director

Certara
September 28, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (United States)
Worldwide
Sales
Role: Global Account Director (GAD) responsible for strategic client engagement and business development in drug development consulting. Objectives: identify new clients, grow existing accounts, qualify client needs, and facilitate the delivery of consulting services. Responsibilities: lead discovery to understand client drug development programs, negotiate contracts including CDAs/MSAs, coordinate client meetings, act as primary liaison, and ensure project delivery aligns with client objectives and internal standards. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (science related preferred), 10+ years of business development experience in biopharma, with demonstrated success in representing drug development consulting across all phases from preclinical to post-market. High-value: deep knowledge of drug development processes, including clinical pharmacology, PK/PD, QSP, PBPK, MBMA, and familiarity with regulatory landscapes. Strong strategic planning, negotiation, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills are required. Experience engaging with C-suite executives and understanding macro industry trends is essential. Work setup details are not specified, but the role involves client-facing interactions, strategic planning, and internal coordination.