About this role
For one of our clients, a leading company in the Life Sciences sector, we are currently looking for a **Technical Sales Specialist \- Genomics / qPCR** to strengthen its commercial team in Switzerland. This position is ideal for a candidate with a **strong scientific background** who would like to combine technical expertise with customer interaction and business development. You will work with a broad range of customers across Switzerland, including research institutions, laboratories, healthcare organizations and Life Sciences companies. **Technical Sales Specialist – Life Sciences** Your Responsibilities As a Technical Sales Specialist Genomics / qPCR, you will be responsible for developing and managing customer relationships while providing scientific and technical expertise on the company’s solutions. Your main responsibilities will include: * Develop sales activities and identify new business opportunities across the Swiss market. * Manage the full sales cycle, from initial customer contact and needs assessment through presentations, demonstrations, quotations and closing. * Understand customers’ scientific and technical requirements and translate them into appropriate solutions. * Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers while identifying additional business opportunities. * Provide technical and scientific support during customer discussions. * Organize and participate in customer meetings, workshops, product demonstrations and training sessions. * Work closely with internal sales, application and product specialists. * Maintain accurate information regarding customers, opportunities and commercial activities within the CRM. * Monitor market developments, competitors and emerging customer needs. * Participate in seminars, exhibitions, congresses and other industry events when required. Your Profile * **Strong scientific background in Life Sciences**; a Master's degree or equivalent scientific qualification is preferred. * Several years of laboratory or technical experience within the Life Sciences field. * **Very good knowledge of PCR technologies**, ideally including **qPCR and/or ddPCR**. * Good knowledge and understanding of **immunology / immunohematology** and related laboratory technologies. * At least a **first experience in sales, technical sales or a customer\-facing commercial position** within Life Sciences. * Ability to understand complex scientific applications and discuss them confidently with technical customers. * Strong communication, presentation and relationship\-building skills. * Commercial mindset with the ability to identify and develop business opportunities. * **Fluent German and English are mandatory.** * **French is highly desirable** and will be considered a strong asset. * Comfortable working independently in a remote environment and travelling to customers when required. * Valid driving licence. The Opportunity This is a **permanent position offering 100% remote work**, with the opportunity to combine **science, technology and sales** in a highly specialized Life Sciences environment. You will have significant autonomy in your role while remaining closely connected to a multidisciplinary team and customers throughout Switzerland. j4id10416011a j4it0940a j4iy26a