Strategic Sales Specialist, Genomics – UK and Ireland

QIAGEN; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biotech company in the UK is looking for a Strategic Sales Specialist to drive sales in dPCR and NGS portfolios. The role requires a strong background in Life Sciences, and the successful candidate will collaborate with diverse teams while managing customer relationships. This position offers flexible working options and an attractive benefits package including healthcare and pension contributions.

Benefits

Attractive pension

Private Healthcare and Dentalcare

Gym membership contribution

Retail discounts and offers

Enhanced maternity package

Flexible working options

Bonus/commission

25 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor of Science or PhD or equivalent laboratory experience is advantageous.
• Strong background in Life Sciences with technical aptitude in NGS and/or digital PCR is essential.
• Relevant experience in handling complex sales and selling capital equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Achieve budget within the UK & Ireland region and grow dPCR and NGS portfolios.
• Nurture relationships with KOLs and strategic networks in Oncology and Biopharma.
• Support the Account Management team with trainings and in-field meetings.

Skills

Sales strategy development

Relationship building

Technical aptitude in NGS/dPCR

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science or PhD

Laboratory experience

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Strategic Sales Specialist, Genomics – UK and Ireland

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Client:

QIAGEN

Location:

United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Overview

At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.

We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.

We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.

Position Description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Sales Specialist to join the team to drive and grow sales within our dPCR and NGS portfolio across the UK & Ireland region. The successful candidate will help shape and align the strategic plan for this portfolio group to target key customer segments including Oncology, Industrial and Academia.

The UK & Ireland sales team at QIAGEN are based throughout the UK, working from home offices and travelling to support customers within different geographic regions. Our team takes a collaborative, inclusive and innovative approach to supporting our customers and matching their needs to the best QIAGEN solution. Diversity, flexibility and community are all essential features of how we operate as a team.

Key responsibilities:

- Budget achievement within the UK & Ireland region. Proactively search for new business and grow our dPCR and NGS portfolios within the region.

- Identify and nurture relationships with KOLs and strategic networks in the region to identify new application areas, focusing on the Oncology and Biopharma sectors.

- Support the UK Account Management team with specialist trainings and in-field meetings to grow territory sales for dPCR and NGS.

- Effective weekly and monthly planning of field based activities. Report and forecast to Sales Management and via the customer relationship management system (CRM).

- Maintain and expand market knowledge including technology trends, commercial awareness of competitors, and latest scientific findings.

Position Requirements

- Minimum Bachelor of Science, PhD or equivalent laboratory experience advantageous. A strong background in Life Sciences and a well-developed technical aptitude in NGS and/or digital PCR is essential. Knowledge of QIAGEN products preferred.

- Relevant experience in the handling of complex sales and selling capital equipment is essential, with a demonstrable understanding of business practice in the Oncology, Biopharma industries and knowledge of relevant markets.

- Experience of creating and executing strategic business plans in a proactive manner to accomplish the planned goals, whilst prioritising urgent tasks where required.

- Committed and dependable team player who can collaborate with different teams and colleagues within QIAGEN.

- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to and engage with customers.

- Located in the UK close to good transport connections, with a willingness to travel to customer sites approximately 60-70%. Full driving license is essential.

What we offer

- Attractive pension
- Private Healthcare and Dentalcare
- Gym membership contribution
- A range of retail discounts and offers
- Enhanced maternity package
- Flexible working options
- Bonus/commission
- 25 days annual leave (potential to increase linked to service)
- Employee Assistance Program and internal QIAGEN communities
- Hybrid work (conditional to your role)

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve.We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions.We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.

QIAGEN is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.