Freelance Senior Scientific Director - Promotional Med Ed
The Lockwood Group, LLC- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent formal academic/vocational qualification, and at least 23 years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Previous experience in a scientific, sales, or marketing background within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry is required, along with demonstrated experience in identifying and developing sales leads, making professional presentations, managing the sales process through close, and handling all aspects of contract negotiations.
The Sr. Account Director will secure and retain business for PPD through proactive sales activities directed at decision-makers and decision influencers at existing and new clinical sponsors, positioning PPD as a primary or preferred provider for all clinical development work. They will qualify deals, develop proposals, define solutions, and recommend pricing structures to meet strategic company goals, serve as the primary contact until work is sold, and coordinate with relevant clinical development areas for successful implementation. The role involves orchestrating RFP strategy calls, developing client proposals, preparing client presentations, negotiating and closing contracts, ensuring client satisfaction, and gathering data on marketing trends and competitive products/services. Additionally, the Sr. Account Director will make cold calls and client visits, maintain sales databases, and ensure new business authorizations are met or exceeded.
Provides life sciences products and services
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.