Confocal Sales Specialist

Danaher Corporation

. Provide consultative sales support for confocal microscopy products, including product, application and software support .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $130,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in consultative sales support for confocal microscopy products, with a strong focus on relationship building and collaboration within the life science research community. Proficient in managing sales pipelines and utilizing Salesforce for opportunity management.

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Consultative Sales SupportFluorescence MicroscopySalesforce Opportunity ManagementBiotech ExperienceRelationship Building

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Hard Skills

Confocal MicroscopyBiological Imaging ApplicationsDigital Imaging TechniquesSales TechniquesMicroscopy Techniques

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Salesforce

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology or Chemistry

Industry Keywords

Life Science ResearchBiopharmaClinical ResearchQuality ControlProduction Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide consultative sales support for confocal microscopy products, including product, application and software support
Sell to the life science research community and participate in commercial activities with the Leica selling team
Identify selling opportunities across product lines, focusing on lead generation in widefield product portfolios
Collaborate with Key Account Managers in team-selling efforts across assigned accounts
Partner with Sales Managers, PLT members, Customer Service Technicians and Representatives, Engineers, Accounting, and Manufacturing to satisfy customer needs
Manage the sales pipeline from opportunity creation through deal closing, including Salesforce opportunity management and forecast and funnel visualization
Identify and execute next actions to move opportunities toward closing
Generate field data, application notes, or publications with customers and other experts to highlight product benefits and differentiate Leica products
Report to the Regional Sales Manager within the Life Science Research Division
Cover accounts in the Pacific Northwest and Rocky Mountain regions remotely

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry, or a related scientific field
Familiarity with biological imaging applications
Experience with fluorescence, confocal microscopy and optics
Multiple years in a research, quality-control or production environment, applying microscopy and digital imaging techniques to drive results
Strong relationship building, interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to learn sales techniques and tools
Biotech, biopharma and/or clinical research experience
Sales experience, preferably in microscopy (applies to external candidates)
Ability to travel within assigned geography and potentially internationally
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 25lb

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care program
Paid time off
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities