QIAGEN is one of the world's most successful biotech companies and has achieved outstanding growth in its industry. As a worldwide leading provider of innovative DNA, RNA, and protein purification technologies, and molecular testing solutions to the life science market and to diagnostic laboratories, we have consistently delivered impressive year-on-year revenue increases. For our Life Science Team Europe & North America we are currently seeking a: Sales Development Manager (m/f) Main tasks of the position: Drive sales development for our Next Generation Sequencing portfolio Expand NGS applications in conjunction with regional sales managers Develop key opinion leaders and reference accounts/ strategic partners Lead the line as point person for sales in this exciting sector Provide real time market feedback on competition to marketing in order to drive positioning Support field tests by local support of high profile customers Have real time customer knowledge in markets to help drive the sales team's efforts on the ground Monitor and help drive sales' efforts by development of clear monitoring and accountability guidelines and tools Co-establishment of clear sales strategies and tools with global and regional sales management Position requirements: Scientific degree in Molecular Biology or related fields, minimum 3-4 years lab experience Minimum of 5-7 years proven scientific industry sales preferably in NGS or detection fields Up to date knowledge of NGS technologies, applications, and markets Self-motivated, highly dedicated work ethic Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills Business fluency in English & German; additional language skills desirable Willingness to travel up to 70% (nationally and internationally) If this challenge appeals to you and if you can offer drive, commitment and enthusiasm, we look forward to hearing from you. Please apply online quoting the reference number JV-JG-SDM-1896 in your application documents as well as your earliest starting date and salary expectations. QIAGEN GmbH Human Resources QIAGEN Straße 1 40724 Hilden Germany www.qiagen.com