INTRODUCTION

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Molecular Devices, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

Join Molecular Devices and help drive scientific discovery for life science customers in academia, biotech, pharma, and government. Our automated and AI-enabled technology empowers researchers to tackle complex questions and gain deep insights, accelerating the development of safer, more effective therapeutics. As part of our team—rooted in collaboration, authenticity, and innovation—you’ll ultimately contribute to groundbreaking science that enhances lives globally and shapes a healthier future for all.

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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Key Account Manager is responsible for driving all sales activities associated with the Bioresearch product platform encompassing instrumentation, software, and related services through in-field activities no less than 3 days per week, working independently and with Channel partners. The focused portfolio includes microplate readers, both non-enterprise & enterprise-level software for data acquisition and analysis, as well as associated point of sale services; all providing scientists (research, screening, production, QC, etc) with comprehensive solutions including tools to assure data integrity and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 Regulatory Compliance Requirements. Additional products include robotic plate handling systems, microplate washers, microarray scanners, and reagents. As a member of the Sales organization, this role is responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships directed toward growing Molecular Devices’ market share, revenue, and profitability year over year in the following target market segments: life sciences, government installations, biotechnology, pharma, academic research labs, contract labs, some clinical labs.

This position reports to the Western US Regional Sales Manager and is part of the West Sales team working remotely to cover the Pacific Northwest (WA, OR, UT and ID) territory.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Achieve territory revenue goals and targets for the product platform in the assigned territory with balanced growth via both direct and distribution channels
• Proactively prospect for new customers and new opportunities, minimum 3 days working in the field, within the assigned territory, working independently and with Molecular Devices distribution channel partners
• Must be proficient in the use of SFDC with the ability to maintain accurate and timely account data, sales opportunity progression updates, and F2F activities. Minimum 3 days in-field workdays
• Performing technical demonstrations, training, installations, customer support on equipment & software as well as attending and participating in Regional and Local Product Shows
• Generate accurate weekly/monthly/quarterly forecasts for the assigned territory. Consistently monitor territory metrics and take ownership of changes needed to succeed. Perform lead generation activities including but not limited to eblasts, seminars, workdays with business partners and in-field sales prospecting

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 3 plus years of field sales experience or selling into the life science, drug discovery industry, or related industry.
• Experience in PowerPoint, Excel, Word & Salesforce.com CRM Database is preferred, with demonstrated data analysis capability.

TRAVEL, MOTOR VEHICLE RECORD & PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel – This position will be located in the listed territory, and candidates must be willing to travel up to 50% within the territory, which may include overnight travel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Lifting and transporting instruments - ability to lift 50 lbs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Field Sales Experience with research instrumentation with knowledge of absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence; Western Blot & Imaging technology is preferred.

COMPENSATION

• The base salary range for this role is $95,750 – $105,750. This role is also eligible for Sales Incentive Compensation (SIC). The total target compensation at plan (base + SIC) is $190,000 – $200,000 annually. Actual SIC earnings may exceed or fall below the target based on individual sales performance. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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