Remote Lab Specialist Jobs
Remote lab specialist jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors from biotech and pharmaceutical research to clinical diagnostics and environmental testing, at remote-first firms and distributed teams that have moved lab data review, quality assurance, and coordination work off-site. Employers hiring remotely right now include McClatchy, Cytiva, and Waters. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Reporting to the Senior Manager, Market Application Specialists, the Senior Lab Analytics Sales Development Specialist is responsible for driving business growth, customer engagement, and market adoption of the Lab Analytics portfolio, including advanced light scattering (SEC|FFF-MALS & DLS) and particle imaging (Aura) instrumentation.
The Senior Lab Analytics Sales Development Specialist partners closely with commercial sales teams to prospect, identify, and develop customer opportunities in the sales funnel. The specialist provides technical consultation, delivers scientific presentations and and helps customers address complex analytical challenges related to biologics, gene therapies, nanoparticles, protein characterization, and advanced biophysical analysis.
- Identify and develop new sales opportunities within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, government, CDMO, and CRO accounts.
- Utilize tools such as LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo, Salesforce and similar technologies to identify and develop opportunities.
- Collaborate with regional sales teams to grow pipeline, improve opportunity conversion rates, and exceed annual sales objectives for Lab Analytics portfolio of instruments.
- Plan and execute external marketing events designed to generate leads and drive customer interest in Lab Analytics portfolio.
- Work closely with Market Application Specialists to ensure successful customer evaluations, demonstrations, and instrument implementations.
- Support Marketing initiatives through content development, application stories, trade shows, customer events, and lead-generation activities.
- Identify new application areas and growth opportunities in large molecule characterization, gene therapy, vaccines, nanomedicine, and advanced therapeutics.
- Share market insights and customer feedback to support portfolio strategy and commercial growth initiatives.
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline, with relevant experience commensurate with degree level (0-2 years for Master's/Ph.D. candidates or 5+ years for Bachelor's degree holders) in life science instrumentation, analytical characterization, applications support, business development, technical sales, or other customer-facing scientific roles.
- Experience with light scattering technologies, particle characterization, chromatography, or related biophysical analytical techniques.
- Strong understanding of biologics development, protein characterization, biophysical analysis, and pharmaceutical analytics.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to both technical and commercial audiences.
- Proven track record of influencing customer purchasing decisions and driving revenue growth.
- Ability to travel overnight approximately 25-50% of the time. #LI-Remote
Company Description:
Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Market Application Specialists, the Senior Lab Analytics Sales Development Specialist is responsible for driving business growth, customer engagement, and market adoption of the Lab Analytics portfolio, including advanced light scattering (SEC|FFF-MALS & DLS) and particle imaging (Aura) instrumentation.
The Senior Lab Analytics Sales Development Specialist partners closely with commercial sales teams to prospect, identify, and develop customer opportunities in the sales funnel. The specialist provides technical consultation, delivers scientific presentations and and helps customers address complex analytical challenges related to biologics, gene therapies, nanoparticles, protein characterization, and advanced biophysical analysis.
- Identify and develop new sales opportunities within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, government, CDMO, and CRO accounts.
- Utilize tools such as LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo, Salesforce and similar technologies to identify and develop opportunities.
- Collaborate with regional sales teams to grow pipeline, improve opportunity conversion rates, and exceed annual sales objectives for Lab Analytics portfolio of instruments.
- Plan and execute external marketing events designed to generate leads and drive customer interest in Lab Analytics portfolio.
- Work closely with Market Application Specialists to ensure successful customer evaluations, demonstrations, and instrument implementations.
- Support Marketing initiatives through content development, application stories, trade shows, customer events, and lead-generation activities.
- Identify new application areas and growth opportunities in large molecule characterization, gene therapy, vaccines, nanomedicine, and advanced therapeutics.
- Share market insights and customer feedback to support portfolio strategy and commercial growth initiatives.
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline, with relevant experience commensurate with degree level (0-2 years for Master's/Ph.D. candidates or 5+ years for Bachelor's degree holders) in life science instrumentation, analytical characterization, applications support, business development, technical sales, or other customer-facing scientific roles.
- Experience with light scattering technologies, particle characterization, chromatography, or related biophysical analytical techniques.
- Strong understanding of biologics development, protein characterization, biophysical analysis, and pharmaceutical analytics.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to both technical and commercial audiences.
- Proven track record of influencing customer purchasing decisions and driving revenue growth.
- Ability to travel overnight approximately 25-50% of the time. #LI-Remote
Company Description:
Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- News & Publishing
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote lab specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related science field
- Hands-on experience operating laboratory instruments such as HPLC, PCR systems, or spectrophotometers
- Proficiency in maintaining accurate lab records and following standard operating procedures
- ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification preferred or required depending on the clinical setting
- Experience working under Good Laboratory Practice or ISO-accredited quality management systems
- Ability to analyze and interpret experimental data using statistical or laboratory information software
Tips for Your Remote Lab Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote lab specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show async and written communication skills
Remote lab employers screen for candidates who communicate clearly in writing and document findings without prompting. Highlight experience writing lab reports, SOPs, or cross-team summaries in your application materials to signal you can operate without daily in-person check-ins.
Demonstrate proficiency with remote lab tools
Name the LIMS platforms, electronic lab notebooks, or data management software you have used in your resume and cover letter. Remote hiring managers move faster on candidates who can prove tool fluency upfront, since on-the-job software training is harder to deliver remotely.
Prepare for asynchronous remote interviews
Many remote lab specialist hiring processes include recorded video screens or written technical assessments before a live interview. Practice explaining your lab methodology and decision-making process in writing, since remote employers use those materials to assess independent thinking.
Remote Lab Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote lab specialist job?
Target companies that have already moved lab coordination, data review, or quality assurance functions to distributed teams, since those employers have built the systems to support remote lab work. Remote hiring managers screen hard for self-direction, clear written communication, and familiarity with lab information management systems. Candidates who can show documented remote work, async reporting, or independent project ownership stand out from those with only on-site experience.
Which companies hire remote lab specialists?
Companies hiring remote lab specialists right now include McClatchy, Cytiva, and Waters, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first biotech firms, distributed CROs, and clinical research organizations across pharma, diagnostics, and environmental science are the most consistent sources of remote lab specialist openings.
Can you get a remote lab specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level lab specialist roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal hands-on supervision. Companies most likely to hire entry-level remote candidates include clinical data firms and remote QA teams that value attention to detail and software fluency over bench time. Certifications, completed coursework with documented lab projects, or volunteer data work can substitute for direct experience when you can demonstrate self-direction.
Do you need a degree for remote lab specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote lab specialist roles, especially in quality assurance, data coordination, and regulatory documentation, weigh demonstrated skills and practical results alongside or instead of a formal degree. Employers hiring remotely often look for proficiency with LIMS platforms, strong written communication, and a history of working independently, all of which you can show through project work, certifications, or relevant coursework.
Which industries hire the most remote lab specialists?
Remote lab specialist roles concentrate in News & Publishing, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors have moved data review, compliance tracking, and lab coordination to distributed teams, creating consistent demand for remote specialists who can operate outside a physical lab environment.
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