Sales Account Manager, Academia

Who you are

You have a proven track record in sales, particularly within the biotechnology or life sciences sectors — your experience has equipped you with the ability to understand complex scientific concepts and communicate them effectively to clients. You thrive in a client-facing role, building strong relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction through tailored solutions. Your ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including technical and operational staff, allows you to deliver exceptional service and support to your clients.

You are results-driven and possess excellent negotiation skills — you understand the importance of meeting sales targets and are motivated by achieving and exceeding them. Your analytical mindset enables you to assess market trends and identify opportunities for growth, ensuring that you stay ahead of the competition. You are adaptable and can navigate the challenges of a rapidly evolving industry, always seeking innovative ways to meet client needs.

Desirable

Experience in account management or business development within the academia sector is a plus — you understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with selling to educational institutions. Familiarity with gene synthesis technology or related biotech products will give you an edge in understanding client requirements and positioning GenScript's offerings effectively.

What you'll do

As a Sales Account Manager at GenScript, you will be responsible for managing and expanding relationships with academic clients — your role will involve identifying new business opportunities and developing strategies to penetrate the market effectively. You will collaborate closely with the marketing and technical teams to ensure that client needs are met and that our offerings align with market demands.

You will conduct regular meetings with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions that enhance their research capabilities. Your ability to communicate complex scientific information in an accessible manner will be crucial in building trust and credibility with clients. You will also be responsible for preparing proposals and presentations that showcase GenScript's capabilities and value proposition.

In addition, you will track sales metrics and report on performance against targets — your insights will help shape future sales strategies and initiatives. You will participate in industry conferences and events to represent GenScript and network with potential clients, further enhancing our visibility in the academia sector.

What we offer

GenScript offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow your career in the biotechnology field. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team dedicated to making a positive impact on human health through innovative solutions. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and training to enhance your skills and knowledge in the industry. Join us in our mission to be the most reliable biotech company in the world.