Scientific Sales Account Manager

About the role

If you are a scientist looking to expand your career beyond the lab, this is an opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a dynamic, high-growth commercial environment. You will play a key role in supporting groundbreaking research while building a rewarding career path with strong earning potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial activities in the state of Maryland and Delaware
• Partner to contribute to company goals and customer needs
• Develop key customers and increase the assigned territory's customer base
• Extensively build customer relationships and provide all-around support to customers
• Use existing knowledge and continue to build familiarity of drug product development pipelines, including cell and gene therapy, vaccines, antibodies, and small molecules
• Build relationships with scientists in academia, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies
• Understand customer research goals and recommend appropriate reagents and solutions
• Conduct customer meetings (virtual and in-person) to discuss scientific applications
• Collaborate with internal teams including marketing and technical support
• Participate in conferences, seminars, and networking events
• Manage and grow a defined territory within Maryland and Delaware
• Travel within territory (approximately 30–50%)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, or related field
• Hands-on experience with protein-based assays (e.g., ELISA, FACS, SPR, BLI)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in transitioning into a commercial or customer-facing role
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or above in a related field
• Previous experience in cell and gene therapy, immunology, or antibody therapeutics field
• Industry research experience (2-5 years)

Skills

• Dedication to providing great customer service
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and with teams
• Passion to positively promote and drive success on company initiatives

Pay

Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000 DOE + commission

Work Location: MD Region - Remote