Sales Associate, Clinical Solutions

Cepheid
Chicago, IL

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

At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), 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.

Our team at Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), is united by a commitment to collaboration and scientific excellence, building on a strong foundation of innovation, expertise, and reliability. Guided by our vision to help researchers rapidly move from the lab to life-changing advances, we work closely with global partners to accelerate progress and genomics breakthroughs across fields like cancer, infectious disease, rare genetic disorders, and more. At IDT, you'll be part of a culture rooted in continuous learning and improvement-where your growth fuels our mission to accelerate the pace of genomics and helps shape a healthier, brighter future for all.

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The Sales Associate, Clinical Solutions is part of our Sales organization covering AMR and can work remotely. This role is designed for individuals looking to start a career in sales within the life sciences industry. The Sales Associate will focus on generating leads, qualifying prospects, and supporting the Clinical Solutions Sales Specialists order coordination and general sales support.

This position reports directly to the Sales Director, Clinical Solutions. The role may require in-person presence at customer sites, university, and industry events to maximize visibility and engagement. This role offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience in scientific sales while building strong relationships in the Next Generation Sequencing research community.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Generate and qualify leads for Clinical Solutions NGS portfolio across AMR through proactive outreach and engagement with scientists and decision-makers.

  • Represent the company on-site by hosting information tables in university lobbies or corporate campuses, answering questions, and showcasing our solutions to generate qualified leads.

  • Collaborate closely with Clinical Solutions Sales Specialists to ensure alignment on regional strategies, smooth handoff of qualified opportunities and deliver exceptional customer experiences, assist in creating sales quotes, processing purchase orders, and coordinating with customer service and planning teams to ensure timely resolution of cases and seamless order fulfillment.

  • Develop product knowledge and learn consultative selling techniques to uncover customer needs and position appropriate solutions.

  • Build proficiency in CRM tools to manage leads, track outreach activities, and maintain accurate records of customer interactions.

The essential requirements of the job include:

  • Bachelor's degree with equivalent experience in a Life Science related discipline or related field required OR Business degree with relevant life science industry experience OR Master's degree in a life science field

  • Previous customer facing experience required preferably in the Life Science market.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable initiating conversations and building rapport in person

  • Familiarity with molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, CRISPR, NGS) preferred.

  • Valid Drivers License

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

  • Laboratory experience in molecular biology or related fields.

  • Previous customer-facing experience (internships, academic collaborations, or similar).

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

  • Role will require 20% travel and quarterly customer visits.

IDT, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

At IDT we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for IDT can provide.

The annual salary range for this role is $60,000 - $70,000. This job is also eligible for commission, and the total compensation target is $90,000 - 110,000 annually. 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.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer 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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We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1-202-419-7762 or [email protected] .

Posted 2025-12-23

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