Quantitative Geneticist- Livestock
Andersen CorporationFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Biology or Genetics, with 6+ years of commercial experience in sales, marketing, or business development, or equivalent laboratory experience with customer-facing responsibilities. Capital equipment sales experience is required, along with a strong foundation in Genetics and Molecular Biology, and proven ability to sell sophisticated, high-throughput instrument platforms. Preferred qualifications include a Master's or Ph.D. in Biology or Genetics, knowledge of Next Generation Sequencing and Genotyping methods, deep understanding of the sequencing and spatial biology community, and experience with strategic sales skills. The candidate must be physically located in the Mid-Atlantic region and willing to travel up to 50% domestically.
The Senior Sales Representative will develop a strong understanding of Element technology and execute strategies to acquire new customers while maintaining and growing existing accounts to meet revenue goals. They will analyze situations to provide optimal solutions, present versatile solutions during customer negotiations, and manage customer relationships post-sale to foster long-term business. The role involves working effectively in a team environment to drive revenue opportunities and learning from each experience to improve future sales performance.
Next-generation sequencing technology provider
Element Biosciences focuses on next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology, offering the AVITI System, a compact benchtop device that provides high-quality sequencing at a low cost of $1 per million reads. This system is designed for various clients, including academic researchers and pharmaceutical companies, and delivers industry-leading accuracy. Element Biosciences stands out by partnering with other biotech firms, like QIAGEN, to provide complete NGS workflows and by offering the 2023 AVITI for All Grant, which gives free sequencing for diverse applications. The company's goal is to make high-quality sequencing accessible and affordable to accelerate advancements in biotechnology.