Associate Account Manager - Clinical Trial Division - West Coast, US
About the role
This opportunity supports the Clinical Trial Division within the Pharma Services Group (PSG) at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Ideally, you will be remotely located in West Coast, US. Remote role with approx 25% travel in the territory.
We're seeking a motivated and strategic hunter with a strong understanding of the life sciences industry. This hybrid role blends business development prospecting with early-stage account management responsibilities.
What you will do
- Research, identify, and qualify opportunities with biotech companies needing Clinical Supply services
- Engage potential clients with targeted outreach and messaging to highlight the value PSG can bring to their projects
- Collaborate with AEs and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to evaluate opportunities and prepare internal teams with account intel and company summaries
- Coordinate the establishment of CDAs with new clients
- Support with internal setup of new accounts from both commercial and financial perspectives
- Serve as the primary commercial point of contact for a small portfolio of biotech accounts
- Gather information required to submit Requests for Proposals (RFPs) through Salesforce
- Leverage business intelligence platforms and internal digital tools to identify and advance new business opportunities
Education
Bachelors Degree required, Master's degree preferred with 3-5 years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry, with demonstrated success in meeting/exceeding targets.
Experience required
Ideally experienced in pharmaceutical, biotech, or CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation) environments.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Strong prospecting and sales proficiency
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and proactive in delivering outcomes
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relay project requirements clearly
- Highly organized; able to lead multiple priorities and experienced with Salesforce or similar CRM platform
Benefits
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Pay
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $76,700.00–$115,025.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.