Strategic Growth Lead – Academic Life Sciences

Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC

Pennsylvania

Hybrid

USD 116,000 - 145,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
401k Matching
Vacation and sick pay

Job summary

ZEISS is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive opportunities in North America’s Academic Life Sciences. You will lead market insights, develop go-to-market strategies, and create compelling content to support sales enablement and product positioning.

The role requires strong microscopy knowledge and 5+ years in BD, marketing, or sales with excellent communication skills. Remote USA with preference for Philadelphia, PA, and potential relocation within the US.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in BD, marketing, or sales in microscopy/Academic Life Sciences.
  • Strong knowledge of microscopy techniques and applications.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor market signals and understand customer needs and workflows.
  • Develop NA go‑to‑market strategy for the Academic Life Sciences segment.
  • Create differentiated value propositions and customer-focused content.
  • Lead market readiness for new product launches and train the sales team.
  • Travel up to 25% regionally and globally.

Skills

Business development
Marketing
Sales
Content development
Digital marketing
Microscopy knowledge
Communication
Negotiation

Education

Master’s degree
MBA or PhD considered

Job description

ZEISS is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive opportunities in North America’s Academic Life Sciences. You will lead market insights, develop go-to-market strategies, and create compelling content to support sales enablement and product positioning.

The role requires strong microscopy knowledge and 5+ years in BD, marketing, or sales with excellent communication skills. Remote USA with preference for Philadelphia, PA, and potential relocation within the US.

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