Sr. Bioscience Account Manager - Stanford
Salary$105k – $140k
LocationSan Francisco, California, USA; Palo Alto, California, USA; Stanford, California, USA; San Jose, California, USA
Work moderemote · United States
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience8+ yrs
DepartmentSales
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 23, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor's degree required
8 years plus experience with a mix of wet lab bench experience and life science sales experience
Strong technical understanding of customer applications and workflows
Customer-first mindset to build relationships, solve problems and add value to support their research goals
Experience working in a matrixed, collaborative environment
Analytical and strategic planning capabilities
Positive, can-do attitude and ability to adapt to and embrace change
Highly motivated to hit sales goals, and take share from competitors
Fluency in English required
Commitment to Thermo Fisher's core values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement
Strong business acumen with ability to translate data into actionable sales strategies
Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
High level of personal accountability and rigorous execution discipline
Proficiency with CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and Microsoft Office
Strong understanding of sales funnel management and forecasting
Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 25-30% within assigned territory
Able to lift 50 lbs. independently
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Bachelor's degree in Biology preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Additional languages beneficial
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Skills
CRM
Salesforce
Microsoft Office
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Employee assistance program
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Life insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
Employee stock purchase plan
Bonus
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
About the role
Office
Job Description
DESCRIPTION:
Join our collaborative sales team at Thermo Fisher Scientific and contribute as a Sr Bioscience Account Manager (BAM). You will increase revenue and build lasting relationships with customers while representing our comprehensive portfolio of scientific products and services. Working in a supportive environment that values achievement and innovation, you’ll help enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
How will you make an impact?
This field-based role is responsible for driving sales growth and managing key accounts across academic, government, and industrial customers within the assigned territory. You will expand existing business, develop new opportunities, and achieve sales targets through strategic account engagement, participation in scientific events, effective prospecting, and strong customer relationships. This role will be home based and requires the individual to be located in the Bay Area: San Francisco or San Francisco Peninsula, serving the assigned territory: Stanford University.
LOCATION: San Francisco, California, Bay Area (San Francisco or San Francisco Peninsula)
What will you do:
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Consistently achieve or exceed sales targets by maintaining existing business, prospecting to develop incremental business, and conducting cold calls to develop new business in assigned accounts.
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Execute effective sales strategies, including prospecting, qualification, value-based selling, and closing.
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Leverage product, application, and workflow knowledge to position solutions, deliver technical presentations and demonstrations, and drive customer adoption.
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Manage sales opportunities through disciplined pipeline management, including forecasting, next steps, and close plans
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Maintain strong customer relationships and engage key stakeholders across accounts
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Participate in sales meetings, seminars, and trade shows
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Collaborate with internal teams and channel partners to deliver results
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Generate demand through holding office hours, 1:1 meetings, hall walking, business reviews and scientific seminars
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Create scientific intimacy with academic labs
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Take market share from competitors
Operating Cadence and Standard Work:
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Maintain a consistent operating rhythm to manage territory performance, including funnel management, account planning, and achieve KPI metrics.
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Routinely update CRM (Salesforce) to ensure accurate forecasting, pipeline health, and visibility to business performance.
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Prepare quarterly account and territory plans to define focused sales strategies and actions to achieve revenue targets, and mitigation plans to close gaps.
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Share market insights, competitive intelligence, and best practices with internal stakeholders.
Who are we looking for:
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Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in the field of Biology; advanced degree preferred
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8 years plus experience with a mix of wet lab bench experience and life science sales experience
•
Strong technical understanding of customer applications and workflows
•
Customer-first mindset to build relationships, solve problems and add value to support their research goals
•
Experience working in a matrixed, collaborative environment
•
Analytical and strategic planning capabilities
•
Positive, can-do attitude and ability to adapt to and embrace change
•
Highly motivated to hit sales goals, and take share from competitors
•
Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial
•
Commitment to Thermo Fisher’s core values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Strong business acumen with ability to translate data into actionable sales strategies
•
Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
•
High level of personal accountability and rigorous execution discipline
•
Proficiency with CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and Microsoft Office
•
Strong understanding of sales funnel management and forecasting
•
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 25-30% within assigned territory
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Able to lift 50 lbs. independently
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
*Relocation assistance is NOT provided.
Legal
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $105,000.00–$140,000.00.
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:
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A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
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Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
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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
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Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
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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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