Biotech Field Applications Scientist – Technical Sales

HIRESIGMA; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences solutions provider is seeking a Technical Sales Specialist with strong biotech/pharma experience. The role focuses on pre-sales, technical sales support, and post-sales management across the East Coast. Candidates should have a PhD in Biology/Life Sciences, 4+ years in the industry, and expertise in Next-Generation Sequencing. The position offers a full-time contract with around 50% travel. Competitive compensation is included.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of industry experience in biotech, pharma, or similar.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in Next-Generation Sequencing.
• Proven ability to deliver technical presentations.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Field Application Scientist, combining pre-sales market understanding with technical support.
• Support enterprise deals for customized services in Pharmaceuticals or Biotech.
• Create technical content and deliver presentations to a wide audience.

Skills

Technical presentations

Next-Generation Sequencing

Biotech/Pharma domain experience

Education

PhD in Biology/Life Sciences

Tools

Illumina products

Oxford Nanopore products

PacBio products

Job description

A leading life sciences solutions provider is seeking a Technical Sales Specialist with strong biotech/pharma experience. The role focuses on pre-sales, technical sales support, and post-sales management across the East Coast. Candidates should have a PhD in Biology/Life Sciences, 4+ years in the industry, and expertise in Next-Generation Sequencing. The position offers a full-time contract with around 50% travel. Competitive compensation is included.