Account Executive - Life Science

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Account Executive to join our Life Sciences team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving sales growth and supporting Bio-Rad’s life science product portfolio to academic and non-profit organizations across the Pacific Northwest. Territory coverage includes Washington, Oregon, Montana, Utah, Idaho, and Alaska. The Academic Account Executive, based in Seattle, Washington, plays a key role in driving sales growth and supporting Bio-Rad’s life science product portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Review inbound communications, respond to quote requests, and update the opportunity pipeline in Salesforce with call notes, timelines, and next steps.
• Engage directly with academic customers through regular on-site visits to advance active opportunities.
• Demonstrate, sell, and support customers on Bio-Rad’s diverse line of consumables and small equipment.
• Build and manage a healthy sales funnel by identifying, nurturing, and growing opportunities, with consistent CRM updates and accurate forecasting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Account Executives, Field Application Specialists, and Marketing to expand Bio-Rad’s footprint and ensure customer satisfaction throughout the sales cycle and in their ongoing partnership with Bio-Rad.
• Maintain strong communication and technical fluency, including product knowledge, demonstration skills, and timely reporting to leadership on activities, trends, and customer needs.

Requirements

Education: BA/BS (required) MS/PhD (preferred)

Work Experience: 8 years of sales experience with a strong focus on selling both Genomics and/or Proteomics capital equipment & consumables portfolios preferred. Relevant research experience can replace sales experience. Previous experience selling to academic and government customers preferred. Candidate must demonstrate scientific understanding and fluency in the areas we serve with our product portfolio.

Excellent communication & presentation skills (Verbal & Written).

Highest level of integrity and ethics.

Highly motivated with a demonstrated record of success.

Qualifications

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience with Salesforce CRM.

Knowledge of Genomics and Proteomics technologies.

Skills

• Product knowledge
• Technical selling
• Customer relationship management
• Communication and presentation skills
• Field sales experience

Benefits

Total Rewards Package: Competitive and comprehensive benefits including medical plans, HSA funds, fertility offering, life and disability insurance, parental leave, 401k, profit sharing, stock purchase program, mental health platform, learning and development opportunities, education benefits, debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges, paid time off, ERGs, and more!

Pay

The estimated base salary range for this position is $121,200 to $166,700 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors.

Schedule

This position covers the Seattle, Washington region. The individual must live within a geography that allows them to visit customers on-site on a daily basis.