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Technical Sales Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a technical field and specialized product knowledge. Employers initiate the PERM labor certification process, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 immigrant petition.
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Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
Join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Technical Sales Specialist, where you'll contribute to revenue growth and customer success through technical sales expertise. You'll represent our portfolio of scientific instruments and solutions, working closely with customers to understand their needs and deliver effective solutions that enable them to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As a technical advisor, you'll develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts while providing technical expertise across the sales cycle. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and technical support to implement sales strategies and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
A successful Technical Sales Specialist in Cell Biology, Regenerative Medicine will be responsible for providing life science technologies to Biotechnology/Pharmaceutical customers to support their research in Stem Cell, Neurobiology, Cell and Gene Therapy, Recombinant Proteins, and Gene Editing. The ideal candidate should demonstrate competencies to drive growth at key accounts, expand portfolio solutions and commercial partnerships, and develop new accounts in those territories.
Territory: Boston, MA
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of a combination of technical and customer-facing experience in relevant scientific instrumentation, laboratory products, or the life sciences industry. Preferred Fields of Study: Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Master's Degree plus 3 years or PhD plus 1 year.
- Deep technical knowledge of the Cell Biology product portfolio and applications.
- Strong understanding of laboratory workflows and customer requirements.
- Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts.
- Experience using CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical and strategic planning capabilities.
- Provide forecasting on a weekly/monthly/quarterly basis.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a matrix environment to account map, create growth strategies, and share gains.
- Demonstrated project management and organizational skills.
- Valid driver's license and ability to lift/move equipment as needed.
- Proficiency in English required, additional languages valued for international roles.
- Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.
- Ability to analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and formulate an action-based plan to capitalize on the data.
- Experience delivering technical demonstrations and training.
BENEFITS:
We offer competitive remuneration, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $90,000.00–$115,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
Join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Technical Sales Specialist, where you'll contribute to revenue growth and customer success through technical sales expertise. You'll represent our portfolio of scientific instruments and solutions, working closely with customers to understand their needs and deliver effective solutions that enable them to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As a technical advisor, you'll develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts while providing technical expertise across the sales cycle. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and technical support to implement sales strategies and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
A successful Technical Sales Specialist in Cell Biology, Regenerative Medicine will be responsible for providing life science technologies to Biotechnology/Pharmaceutical customers to support their research in Stem Cell, Neurobiology, Cell and Gene Therapy, Recombinant Proteins, and Gene Editing. The ideal candidate should demonstrate competencies to drive growth at key accounts, expand portfolio solutions and commercial partnerships, and develop new accounts in those territories.
Territory: Boston, MA
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of a combination of technical and customer-facing experience in relevant scientific instrumentation, laboratory products, or the life sciences industry. Preferred Fields of Study: Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Master's Degree plus 3 years or PhD plus 1 year.
- Deep technical knowledge of the Cell Biology product portfolio and applications.
- Strong understanding of laboratory workflows and customer requirements.
- Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts.
- Experience using CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical and strategic planning capabilities.
- Provide forecasting on a weekly/monthly/quarterly basis.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a matrix environment to account map, create growth strategies, and share gains.
- Demonstrated project management and organizational skills.
- Valid driver's license and ability to lift/move equipment as needed.
- Proficiency in English required, additional languages valued for international roles.
- Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.
- Ability to analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and formulate an action-based plan to capitalize on the data.
- Experience delivering technical demonstrations and training.
BENEFITS:
We offer competitive remuneration, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $90,000.00–$115,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Technical Sales Specialist
Document your technical credentials before applying
PERM requires your employer to certify your qualifications match the posted role. Gather your degree transcripts, professional certifications, and any evidence of specialized product or industry training now, so your credentials align precisely with the job description filed with DOL.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Companies that have filed PERM applications for Technical Sales Specialist or similar roles in the past two years already understand the sponsorship process. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified green card sponsorship history in sales and technical roles.
Clarify whether EB-2 or EB-3 applies to your offer
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, it typically qualifies under EB-3. A master's degree or bachelor's plus five years of progressive specialized experience can support an EB-2 filing, which often carries shorter backlogs for applicants from most countries.
Negotiate job duties that support specialty occupation evidence
PERM and I-140 filings succeed when the job description reflects technical complexity, not just quota attainment. Confirm your offer letter specifies technical product knowledge, pre-sales engineering support, or solution consulting duties that distinguish the role from general sales positions.
Understand that PERM timelines affect your start date planning
DOL currently processes standard PERM applications in several months to over a year. Factor this into your offer negotiation and any existing visa status expiration dates, because you'll need maintained work authorization throughout the PERM and I-140 stages.
Verify your employer is enrolled in E-Verify before PERM begins
Federal contractors and many large employers are required to use E-Verify, and USCIS cross-checks this during I-140 adjudication. Confirming your employer's E-Verify enrollment early prevents a preventable delay once your PERM certification clears DOL.
Green Card Technical Sales Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Sales Specialist role qualify for an employment-based green card?
Yes. Technical Sales Specialist positions typically qualify under EB-3 when the role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field. Roles demanding an advanced degree or equivalent specialized experience may qualify under EB-2. USCIS evaluates the actual job duties, not just the title, so the employer's job description must clearly reflect technical complexity rather than general sales activity.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary status capped at 85,000 visas annually, subject to a lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship is a permanent immigration pathway with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, though per-country limits can create backlogs for applicants from India and China. The PERM process also requires your employer to conduct a formal DOL-supervised labor market test before filing your I-140 petition, a step H-1B does not require.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for Technical Sales Specialist jobs?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Technical Sales Specialist roles filtered specifically by green card sponsorship history. Many employers list positions without specifying their willingness to sponsor, so searching a platform that cross-references actual PERM and I-140 filing data saves significant time and filters out roles where sponsorship is unlikely.
What wage documentation does DOL require for a Technical Sales Specialist PERM application?
Your employer must pay you at least the prevailing wage for your occupation and geographic location as determined by the OFLC Wage Search tool. For Technical Sales Specialist roles, the prevailing wage is tied to a specific Standard Occupational Classification code. If your offer falls below the DOL-determined prevailing wage level, your PERM application will be denied regardless of your qualifications.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed but before I receive my green card?
Portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a same or similar occupation after your I-140 is approved and your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more. A Technical Sales Specialist moving to another technical sales or pre-sales engineering role at a different employer would typically qualify, but you should confirm the occupational similarity with your new employer before resigning. Migrate Mate can help you identify sponsoring employers whose open roles align with your O*NET occupation code.