This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This role is a high-impact leadership position focused on identifying and driving new business opportunities in emerging markets. You will play a central role in shaping strategic initiatives, building relationships with prospective customers and partners, and validating market potential for innovative solutions. The position requires a combination of entrepreneurial thinking, strategic foresight, and cross-functional collaboration to convert early-stage opportunities into tangible growth. You will engage directly with executives and internal teams to align market insights with product strategy and go-to-market plans. This role offers the chance to influence the direction of new business lines while operating in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment. Ideal candidates thrive on challenge, possess strong communication and negotiation skills, and are passionate about transforming industry landscapes. - Drive the discovery and validation of new market and product opportunities with strong revenue or strategic potential. - Build and maintain relationships with prospective customers, partners, and industry leaders, gathering market insights and identifying emerging trends. - Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to shape and prioritize new business initiatives aligned with organizational strategy. - Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Marketing, and Partner Solutions teams to assess product-market fit, commercial viability, and pilot opportunities. - Define functional and market requirements for new opportunities and advocate for resources needed to succeed in new segments. - Manage a pipeline of early-stage opportunities, opening doors to pilot customers and supporting go-to-market execution when needed. Qualifications - Proven experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or go-to-market leadership within technology, energy, or related sectors. - Strong understanding of emerging market trends and the ability to translate insights into actionable business opportunities. - Exceptional networking, relationship-building, and communication skills across technical, business, and executive stakeholders. - Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently, prioritize multiple initiatives, and thrive in ambiguous environments. - Experience leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with Product, Engineering, and Marketing teams. - Strong negotiation, risk management, and project execution capabilities. - Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, energy, or a related field; advanced degrees or industry-specific certifications a plus. Requirements - Proven experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or go-to-market leadership within technology, energy, or related sectors. - Strong understanding of emerging market trends and the ability to translate insights into actionable business opportunities. - Exceptional networking, relationship-building, and communication skills across technical, business, and executive stakeholders. - Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently, prioritize multiple initiatives, and thrive in ambiguous environments. - Experience leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with Product, Engineering, and Marketing teams. - Strong negotiation, risk management, and project execution capabilities. - Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, energy, or a related field; advanced degrees or industry-specific certifications a plus. Benefits - Competitive base salary with total compensation potential aligned with experience. - Generous PTO and flexible scheduling options. - Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. - 401(k) plan with employer match to support long-term financial planning. - Opportunities for professional growth, hands-on experience, and direct impact on business strategy. - Collaborative, inclusive work environment that values curiosity, innovation, and fun. - Access to modern technologies and exposure to market-leading IoT, SaaS, and machine learning solutions.

About Us At Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), we believe that every child deserves a chance to shine. We're a passionate team on a mission to open up a world of possibilities for individuals with autism and other developmental needs—through science, compassion, and a whole lot of heart. From our very first session to each milestone we celebrate, we bring the power of play, connection, and evidence-based care to every moment. With services that are as unique as the individuals we support, we meet kids where they are—at home, in schools, and in communities—and guide them on a path toward growth. We live our TRUE values—Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence—in everything we do. As a fast-growing leader in the field, we're known for our vibrant culture, hands-on training, and career pathways that help you grow just as much as those we serve. At CSD, we don’t just change lives—we light them up. Launching behavioral health services in a new market takes more than vision - it requires deep research, precision, and the ability to turn complex systems into actionable plans. As a Research & Development Specialist on CSD’s Emerging Markets Team, you will help lay the operational and regulatory foundation that allows new outpatient programs to launch successfully. At Center for Social Dynamics, breakthroughs happen when thoughtful preparation meets mission-driven action. In this role, you will research payer requirements, regulatory expectations, and operational pathways that accelerate our ability to bring high-quality behavioral health care to new communities. This is a high-ownership opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, enjoys solving complex problems, and takes pride in turning detailed research into clear guidance that helps teams move forward with confidence. - Position starts at $65,000-$75,000 annually based on experience - Bonus opportunities - Fully remote - Growth & development opportunities - Dreams Come True program – fully funded college - PTO, health, dental, 401k About The Opportunity: Partnering with the Head of Emerging Markets, the Research & Development Administrator plays a pivotal role in supporting CSD’s expansion into new outpatient behavioral health markets. As part of our start-up-oriented Emerging Markets Team, you will work to uncover payor, regulatory, and operational requirements; compile and pre-fill key applications; and translate complex information into actionable insights that accelerate market launch while collaborating with cross functional teams for ongoing growth and development. - Contracting & Credentialing - Conduct market research on all key payors within the market - Ensure all steps and processes are outlined for contracting, credentialing, and billing to ensure rapid market entry - Research and strategize requirements for payor network applications, credentialing packets, and operational forms - Pre-fill and compile necessary documentation for cross-functional contracting, credentialing, and billing teams - Analyze prior authorization, billing, and claims requirements and summarize in actionable formats for cross functional teams - Payor Requirements - Research payor specific guidelines and requirements for providers including but not limited to licensure, education, background checks, healthcare requirements, and more - Business Development - Support legal requirements and operational readiness by researching city licensure, zoning rules, business requirements, and vendor logistics - Assist with center operations setup including location procurement, utilities activation, local vendor onboarding, and event launch coordination - Outreach - Identify key community partners, high-value targets, events, and membership opportunities to support local outreach and marketing opportunities - Additional job duties as assigned About Our Values: All CSD leaders agree to model our ETHOS leadership behaviors: - Exude energy and optimism - Think, mentor, and continually improve - Honor our commitments - Openly communication and collaborate - Service with compassion, humility, and inclusion All CSD employees agree to model our TRUE core values: - Transparency in the work that we do and the actions we take to achieve our mission. There are no hidden agendas or motives at Center for Social Dynamics. Each family’s unique cultures, values, and generational dynamics. - Understanding through tolerance, cooperation, and empathy in the pursuit of our mission. We never lose sight of who we are, the people we serve, and our purpose and meaning. - Respect for all and the value that everyone brings towards accomplishing our mission. No one at CSD is worth more or less, and together we are greater than the sum of our parts. - Excellence in our drive, passion, and commitment to our mission. CSD will always do what it takes to deliver the best, leave no one behind, and champion our cause. About You: - 3+ years of experience in healthcare research & development, payer operations, contracting, credentialing, compliance, or similar fields - Deep commitment to accuracy, strong documentation practices, and a reputation for meticulous work - Ability to synthesize large volumes of information into clear, concise guidance. - Experience applying payer or regulatory requirements to workflows or operational processes - Highly independent work style with strong ownership, organization, and follow-through. - Excellent communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally - Experience in ABA, behavioral health, Medicaid-funded programs, or multi-state healthcare organizations. - Background in de-novo market development or start-up environments. - Direct experience with payer credentialing, billing setup, and contracting processes. - Extreme attention to detail - High accountability and ownership - Strong problem-solving skills - Ability to operate independently - Fast and accurate information synthesis - Effective cross-functional communication - Start-up mindset and bias toward action Physical requirements may include but is not limited to: - Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work - Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair - Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening - Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing - Frequent typing, use of computer - Occasional walking around building - Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling - Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds - Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car About Our Values Transparency in the work that we do and the actions we take to achieve our mission. There are no hidden agendas or motives at Center for Social Dynamics. Each family’s unique cultures, values, and generational dynamics. Understanding through tolerance, cooperation, and empathy in the pursuit of our mission. We never lose sight of who we are, the people we serve, and our purpose and meaning. Respect for all and the value that everyone brings towards accomplishing our mission. No one at CSD is worth more or less, and together we are greater than the sum of our parts. Excellence in our drive, passion, and commitment to our mission. CSD will always do what it takes to deliver the best, leave no one behind, and champion our cause. CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

• Pipeline Development: Build and execute outbound sequences targeting senior decision-makers. • Qualification: Run discovery calls to separate real opportunities from the noise. • Strategy: Work with the founders to refine our ICP and messaging based on real-world feedback. • Stack Optimization: Leverage modern tooling (Clay, Sales Nav, etc.) to automate the manual parts of prospecting so you can focus on the strategy.

• Identify companies actively hiring engineering or technology professionals • Reach out to hiring managers, technology leaders, and decision-makers • Introduce Talent Connection’s recruiting services • Schedule introductory meetings with potential clients • Build relationships with prospective clients and maintain ongoing communication • Collaborate with the founder on outreach strategy and client engagement