Business Development Analyst

Dubai, UAE

Established in 1836, Acino is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Zurich, with a clear focus on selected markets in the Middle East, Africa, the CIS Region and Latin America. With over 3,000 people across 90 countries, we deliver quality pharmaceuticals to promote affordable healthcare in these emerging markets and leverage our high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities and network to supply leading companies through contract manufacturing and out-licensing.

The Position

The Role

The position is based in Dubai, UAE and will report directly to the Head of Licensing, META. The role is responsible for supporting the Business Development team in evaluating and advancing new product opportunities—primarily innovative assets and multinational company (MNC) portfolios—through scientific analysis, commercial forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is instrumental in shaping GenMed’s pipeline through strategic targeting, rigorous opportunity qualification and business case development.

Your Opportunities

• Conduct initial scientific and commercial evaluation of new product opportunities, with a focus on innovative assets and MNC portfolios.
• Analyze disease prevalence, market trends, competitive landscape, and pricing using industry databases (e.g., IQVIA, GlobalData).
• Develop high-level forecasts (top-down or bottom-up) to qualify opportunities for further exploration.
• Refine forecasts based on input from regional commercial, regulatory, and medical teams.
• Support the development of business cases; collaborate with internal stakeholders (Finance, Regulatory, Supply Chain, QA, Medical) to validate assumptions and ensure feasibility.
• Prepare presentations and pitch decks for internal decision-making and external partner discussions.
• Track, update, and maintain BD opportunity status using internal trackers and dashboards.
• Leverage existing and emerging databases to identify potential product or partner targets aligned with GenMed’s strategic priorities.
• Utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance opportunity assessment, market research, and forecasting accuracy.
• Actively explore and propose innovative AI applications that could further optimize BD processes and insights.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related field.
• Master’s in Business or Finance is a plus.
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in pharmaceuticals, life sciences, or consulting.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical databases (e.g., IQVIA, GlobalData).
• Experience using AI tools or platforms for business analysis or market evaluation, with interest in identifying emerging applications.
• Excellent command of writing and spoken English, Arabic is a plus.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Clear communication and presentation skills.
• Collaborative and solution-oriented mindset.

We Are Acino

At Acino, we push the boundaries to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical products that improve patients’ lives. Driven by our collective purpose to provide access to medicines to those in need, our strength lies in our unique expertise and presence in emerging and high-growth markets. We are proud to be challenging the status quo in the pharmaceutical industry, always looking ahead to the future with an open mind.

Join Acino, a dynamic and rapidly growing environment where your contributions can make a real difference.

Acino is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

If you are interested in the position, please apply here.