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Life Sciences Associate Sales Lead

Loka, Inc
Location
Boston, MA
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Sales
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 3+ years experience in the Life Sciences industry
  • Master or PhD in Biotech, Bioinformatics or Bioengineering
  • At least 2 years of end to end sales experience, from prospecting through closing and account management
  • Ability to travel to meet clients and attend industry events up to 25% of the month
  • Native English fluency
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
Nice to have
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills and aptitude for learning quickly
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with varying deadlines and adapt to changes in environment and priorities
  • Attention to detail and comfort within fast-paced work environment
  • Clean criminal record
What the job really is

The Life Sciences Associate Sales Lead at Loka will manage the entire sales process for biotech and pharma clients, focusing on building relationships and understanding client needs. Responsibilities include prospecting, conducting presentations, negotiating deals, and maintaining industry knowledge while collaborating with a senior sales lead. The role also involves market research to identify new business opportunities and managing various sales initiatives.

Benefits
  • Salary range $130,000–-$150,000
  • Every other Friday off, i.e. 26 extra days off a year
  • Remote: Work where you feel most comfortable and productive
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance and disability
  • 401k
  • LokaLabs™: Apply moonshot technologies to overlooked societal challenges in our internal incubator
Things to weigh
  • Remote work flexibility may appeal to some candidates but could also mean less in-person collaboration.
  • Sales experience is heavily emphasized, which may not suit candidates looking for more technical roles.
  • The role requires a significant understanding of both science and sales, which may be challenging for some applicants.
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