Microscopy - Imaging Sales Specialist

Hunt Optics & Imaging; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunt Optics & Imaging is seeking a highly motivated Imaging Sales Specialist to drive sales in Ohio and Kentucky. This role involves promoting advanced microscopy and imaging solutions to clients in academic and clinical settings.

The ideal candidate will possess a scientific background, excel in customer relations, and have the ability to work independently across a multi-state territory. Compensation includes a competitive salary, commissions, and reimbursed expenses.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or higher in a relevant scientific field.
• Ability to work independently and manage a multi-state territory.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell advanced microscopy imaging solutions.
• Provide pre-sales support and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Build and maintain strong business relationships with clients.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Sales experience preferred

Ability to travel throughout the assigned region

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline

BS/MS/PhD in the life sciences

Job description

Job Title

Microscopy - Imaging Sales Specialist

Company Description

Hunt Optics and Imaging provide advanced clinical and research microscopes and imaging solutions to universities, government research programs, healthcare institutions, hospitals, and the biopharmaceutical industry. With 35+ years of experience, we are committed to exceptional product support and customer service. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Imaging Sales Specialist to support microscopy imaging sales activities across Ohio and KY. This role is responsible for promoting and selling a full portfolio of research imaging solutions—including advanced MPE confocal systems—to academic, clinical, and industrial customers.

The ideal candidate will excel at identifying new opportunities, presenting product solutions, and guiding customers through the evaluation and purchasing process. They will help support the microscopy sales team and demo, train, sell and support the systems. Success in this role requires strong technical aptitude, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer support.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong business relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Provide pre‑sales support to help customers evaluate solutions and gain confidence in their purchasing decisions.
• Deliver exceptional customer service through on‑site product demonstrations, training, and post‑sale support.
• Provide product and application expertise, respond to inquiries, and resolve customer concerns.
• Identify new sales opportunities and schedule meetings with key decision‑makers.
• Prepare price quotations, discount structures, and customized proposals.
• Develop deep product knowledge to recommend solutions that best meet customer research and imaging needs.
• Maintain accurate CRM and quotation records.
• Communicate field insights to Sales Management, including market trends, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities.
• Call on community colleges, universities, hospitals, bio‑tech firms and research institutions throughout the assigned territory.
• Travel throughout the region as required.
• Leverage experience in basic microscopy and digital imaging; a background in biology and computer literacy is essential.
• Compensation includes salary, commission, and reimbursed expenses.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline required.
• BS/MS/PhD in the life sciences preferred.
• Sales experience preferred but not required.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently and manage a multi‑state territory.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and customer‑focused demeanor.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and drive to succeed.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned region.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills, technical aptitude, and willingness to learn new imaging technologies and applications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.