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TED PELLA INC Life Sciences Product Specialist (Transmission Electron Microscopy) in Redding, California
Job description Ted Pella, Inc., a worldwide leader in the microscopy supplies and instrumentation field, is seeking candidates for a Life Sciences Product Specialist (LSPS). This position is responsible for Life Science product development and support activities, sales and marketing, and RandD activities related to Histology and the Life Sciences. This position works closely with other LSPS staff, the Life Sciences Manager and Vice President of Marketing and Sales to achieve their goals.
This position is located in Redding, California. Relocation assistance is provided.
Job Duties
Develop and grow sales of our Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) Life Science-related products, Life Science specimen preparation products, Light Microscope (LM) supplies, Histology products including glass slides and storage, and sectioning blades, along with supplies for other types of microscopy.
Learn our PELCO BioWave line of products to provide assistance with customer support.
Keep current with market trends and cutting edge technologies as well as use of existing technologies.
Be engaged in Life Science product development, both for items we design and manufacture as well as those we resell.
Collaborate with our Graphics department for Life Science new product photography, video production, brochure development, social media messaging, web placement, trade show signage, and other related marketing collateral.
Create and update operator manuals and technical notes for applications and instruments to support Life Science customers and our website.
Manage product quotation activities related to Life Science products with customer follow up to generate sales.
Develop sales forecasts for the relevant product groups.
Assist customers with Life Science technical questions.
Manage assigned Life Science-related trade show preparations and represent the company at those trade shows.
Collaborate with team members on product applications and product development.
Job Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences or related field required.
Minimum of 5 years of Histology / Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) laboratory experience, instrument use and knowledge of TEM specimen preparation techniques, including experience with nanotechnology.
Must have general knowledge of laboratory instruments, consumables, and applications for both research and clinical laboratories, including: Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Animal research, Knowledgeable in the use of different types of microtome- vibratory slicer, rotary microtome, cryo-microtome, and ultra-microtome, Tissue Processing for both electron microscopy and light microscopy, Lab Instrumentation, Laboratory Consumables
Must be knowledgeable in one or more of the following areas of the Life Sciences: Pathology, Neuroscience, Immunology
Cryo-EM and Immuno EM experience is desirable, as is Certification in Biological TEM through MSA.
Knowledgeable with the various areas of Light microscopy, with practical hands-on experience preferred.
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) lab experience is a plus.
Experience with public speaking and leading meetings is a plus.
Ability to work independently as well as collaborate on a team.
Ability to prioritize workload, manage projects and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with co-workers and build relationships with clients.
Superior attention to details and problem diagnosis and solving skills.
Ability to communicate in the English language fluently for writing and speaking.
Proficient in current versions of Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and other standard office technology.
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to trade shows, clients, workshops.
This position is a full time on-site position located in Redding, CA.
Must be authorized to work in U.S. without sponsor hip.
Hours:
Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm and/or as needed on weekends and evenings for attending tradeshows and traveling.
Salary/Benefits:
This position is paid a competitive base salary, and includes a generous medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with Company match, paid vacation, sick, and holidays.
Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Bonus pay
This position is located in Redding, CA. Are you interested and willing to relocate to Redding, CA? We do provide relocation assistance.
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Transmission Electron Microscopy: 3 years (Preferred) Histology: 3 years (Preferred) Life Sciences laboratory: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location