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Technical Sales Specialist - �37K (�49K OTE)

2008-05-09T16:21:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6789
Position:	Technical Sales Specialist
Category:	Sales Representative
Basic:	�37000
OTE:	�49000
Location:	Home Counties
Description:	This is a great opportunity to join a leading company within the life science sector as a Technical Sales Specialist looking after a specific group of products orientated towards the cloning and protein expression research market. The role will involve covering Cambridge, London and surrounding home counties supporting a number of account managers at customer sites for your range of products. This is a highly focussed role and you will manage key accounts directly alongside developing strong working relationships with key opinion leaders at research centres in the South East of the UK. The successful candidate will be a life science graduate with a good understanding of biochemistry or molecular biology techniques, previous sales experience will be required in the life science sector. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a leading company who will provide training and a career path to follow in the long term.

Consultant:	Scott Peacock
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Technical Sales Specialist - �37K (�49K OTE)

2008-05-09T16:11:00.000+01:00

Job Ref:	6788
Position:	Technical Sales Specialist
Category:	Sales Representative
Basic:	�37000
OTE:	�49000
Location:	South East
Description:	A global life science company is expanding its presence across Europe and has formed a new division of sales specialists to support a large team of account managers. They are keen to recruit a Gene Expression Sales Specialist to cover the south of the UK. The post will involve supporting a team of account managers on micro-array and QPCR based technologies. You will present to customers and further develop relationships with key opinion leaders in the gene expression field, building sales in the region. This is a very exciting opportunity to work with a market leading company in a specialist role. You will work in a supportive team and have the opportunity to work with a highly knowledgeable and approachable sales manager. The successful candidate will be a graduate in biochemistry or molecular biology with a good understanding of QPCR and micro-array based techniques gained in a research environment. In addition you will have previous commercial experience in sales or applications based work, now keen to step up the career ladder. The organisation can offer exceptional career development potential for ambitious sales people keen to break into management in the future. To discuss this rare opportunity contact us ASAP.

Consultant:	Scott Peacock
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Sales Manager Germany - ?50K (?75K OTE)

2008-05-08T08:47:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6787
Position:	Sales Manager Germany
Category:	Sales Representative
Basic:	?50000
OTE:	?75000
Location:	Europe
Description:	A highly innovative cheminformatics company is expanding in Europe and is now keen to recruit a Regional Sales Manager based in Germany or France. The role will be primarily be focussed on developing new business within Germany and France for a range of very high quality and renowned cheminformatic software tools, values range from �20K to �1M and the focus is on the Biotech and pharmaceutical research market. To date the company have sold in a highly reactive way and are now keen to take a more focussed and proactive approach, they have an existing customer base in Europe to work from and endless opportunity to develop further sales there. The successful candidate will be a life science graduate with some existing sales experience within the life science software field already, those with a technical background in the cheminformatics field and sales outside of this sector should still talk to us. Critical to this role is enthusiasm and energy to take a well developed suite of software solutions to the market and help the company build its business within Europe. To discuss this exceptional opportunity with an open ended commission structure contact us soon.

Consultant:	Scott Peacock
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Regional Sales Manager - �35K (�60K OTE)

2008-05-08T08:45:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6786
Position:	Regional Sales Manager
Category:	Sales Representative
Basic:	�35000
OTE:	�60000
Location:	UK
Description:	Wow was the first word that came to mind when I was asked to help this particular company expand its team across Europe! A highly innovative cheminformatics company is expanding in Europe and is now keen to recruit a Regional Sales Manager based from the UK. The role will be primarily be focussed on developing new business within the UK for a range of very high quality and renowned cheminformatic software tools, values range from �20K to �1M and the focus is on the Biotech and pharmaceutical research market. To date the company have sold in a highly reactive way and are now keen to take a more focussed and proactive approach, they have an existing customer base in the UK to work from and endless opportunity to develop further sales here. The successful candidate will be a life science graduate with some existing sales experience within the life science software field already, those with a technical background in the cheminformatics field and sales outside of this sector should still talk to us. Critical to this role is enthusiasm and energy to take a well developed suite of software solutions to the market and help the company build its business within the UK. To discuss this exceptional opportunity with an open ended commission structure contact us soon.

Consultant:	Scott Peacock
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Account Manager - �32k (�38K OTE)

2008-05-08T08:38:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6785
Position:	Account Manager
Category:	Sales Representative
Basic:	�32000
OTE:	�38000
Location:	London
Description:	A leading life science company has asked us to find an Account Manager to cover for someone on maternity leave for an initial fixed term contract of six months which may very well be extended. The region will include London where there are a number of very well established accounts in place that will need managing. The product portfolio is focused within the molecular biology research field and is highly regarded in terms of quality. The role is open to those who would like a full time or part time post; you will need a life science degree and a sound understanding of molecular biology research techniques: QPCR and siRNA knowledge would be of particular interest. Previous life science sales experience will also be essential, excellent communication and organisational skills will be required. To discuss this rare opportunity further contact us soon as the company is keen to hire quickly.

Consultant:	Scott Peacock
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Account Manager Benelux - ?50K (?62K OTE)

2008-05-07T08:32:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6784
Position:	Account Manager Benelux
Category:	Sales Representative
Basic:	?50000
OTE:	?62500
Location:	Benelux
Description:	This is a rare opportunity to join a technology leading company which provides cell based assays used on HTS platforms in biotech and pharma R&D environments. The company is expanding and is keen to recruit a new person to their sales team in the Benelux and Denmark regions. Ideally someone from a research laboratory who has a minimum of one year's field sales experience. The position will involve developing sales across the Benelux / Denmark region, primarily within pharma and biotech research departments; a strong established customer base with a significant turnover which requires good account management skills. Working alongside a highly qualified applications specialist, you will become part of a successful European team in this field. The successful candidate will be a life science graduate with research experience or a PhD and have experience with assay development, cell signalling and screening. Those working in a commercial laboratory on HTS cell based assays would be of high interest. If you are a trainee, you will need to have researched the role of a sales person and be keen to move into a sales post; excellent communication skills and high levels of enthusiasm and energy are essential. To discuss this very rare opportunity to join an expanding company contact us ASAP.

Consultant:	Susan J Ward
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Sales Engineer - �40K (�45K OTE)

2008-05-02T09:27:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6781
Position:	Sales Engineer
Category:	Sales Representative
Basic:	�40000
OTE:	�45000
Location:	East Anglia
Description:	A great opportunity has arisen to become a Sales Engineer with an organisation which has offices all over the world! The company manufactures a range of products that together form the fluidic handling system of analytical instruments. The customers are original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) which produce instruments used in analytical chemistry, clinical diagnostics, environmental quality testing, bio-technology and semi conductor processing. The successful candidate could come from either of two backgrounds: you could be a bachelor of science in engineering (preferably mechanical engineering) with some experience in an R&D environment, or you could have some sales experience selling a range of analytical products to OEMs. You will be based in the East Anglia region and can expect to spend around 30% of your time overseas developing business. This is a great opportunity to make your mark in a company growing fast! For more information call in now!

Consultant:	Stephen Davies
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UK Sales Manager Genomics - �35K (�45K OTE)

2008-05-01T09:15:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6780
Position:	UK Sales Manager Genomics
Category:	Sales Representative
Basic:	�35000
OTE:	�45000
Location:	UK
Description:	A varied and exciting opportunity to manage sales of an innovative range of genomic instruments has become available with a manufacturer. The role will involve developing sales across the whole of the UK for a range of genomic instruments, customers will include pharmaceutical, biotech and some academic research centres. In addition to building a strong sales pipeline you will support existing customers from a technical standpoint and also be involved with training customers after systems have been installed. The successful candidate will be a life science graduate in a bioscience subject with some existing capital equipment sales experience within the UK. This is a great opportunity to join a growing company where you will be given a high degree of autonomy to build the business, do call us soon to discuss this position in greater detail.

Consultant:	Scott Peacock
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Customer Support Engineer - �29K (�32K OTE)

2008-05-01T09:11:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6776
Position:	Customer Support Engineer
Category:
Basic:	�29000
OTE:	�32000
Location:	Southern England
Description:	Are you an expert in automated clinical chemistry equipment? If so then this could be the job for you! A world leader in the manufacture of automated sample preparation instruments used throughout the clinical chemistry arena is looking to recruit a service engineer to cover the Hampshire region. The successful candidate will have at least an HNC as well as some experience servicing equipment within the Medical sector. For more information, apply today!

Consultant:	Stephen Davies
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Proposals Development Associate - �35K

2008-04-30T15:42:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6779
Position:	Proposals Development Associate
Category:	Clinical - Contracts & Proposals
Basic:	�35000
OTE:	�
Location:	UK
Description:	This fast growing global CRO is restructuring its proposals department at a European level and is looking to fill a new vacancy at their English office. The successful candidates main responsibilities will be the preparation of global proposals and contracts, contributing to the development and improvement of templates, tools and procedures within the group. You will be facilitating the proposal development process as well as developing and producing confidentiality agreements and contracts while interpreting client expectations. In this high profile role you will interact directly with key targeted clients and contribute to the revenue and economic earnings of the company. You will be the holder of a science or business degree and currently working as a Proposals Writer in a CRO or other related industry. You will possess excellent interpersonal, negotiating and communication skills as well as have the ability to prioritise and meet strict deadlines. A good grasp of MS Word and Excel is a necessity. If you think that you are up for the challenge and have the necessary skills to hit the ground running then call us now!

Consultant:	Ivana Bands
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Business Development Executive - �35K

2008-04-30T15:41:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6778
Position:	Business Development Executive
Category:	Clinical - Business Development
Basic:	�35000
OTE:	�
Location:	UK
Description:	This opportunity is not to be missed! Join this medium sized global CRO and become a valued member of their Business Development Team without delay! Your primary responsibility is to provide internal business development support to the Business Development Directors. You will be liaising with current international customers, coordinating with the RFI Coordinator of the Proposals and Contracts Group, coordinating account team activities for Directors, including arranging, attending and follow-up of accounts calls and centralising account information and handling the day to day business development aspects of ongoing projects. Additionally, you will also work closely with the Directors to contact new customers in order to generate leads and arrange meetings. In recognition of your hard work you will be rewarded with a highly competitive salary and benefits package as well as an excellent opportunity to progress within this growing organisation. You will be educated to degree level and have some experience working within a sales environment, ideally within a CRO or Pharmaceutical company. You will have strong communication and influencing skills, be customer focused and be able to cope with changing priorities. If this sounds like you then call now for more information!

Consultant:	Ivana Bands
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UK Sales Manager - �60K (�78K OTE)

2008-04-30T15:39:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6777
Position:	UK Sales Manager
Category:	Sales Manager / Supervisor
Basic:	�60000
OTE:	�78000
Location:	UK
Description:	This is a truly rare opportunity for an ambitious sales manager to step into a high profile position as National Sales Manager, within a leading manufacturer of life science reagents, kits and instrumentation. The company has a highly visible presence in their chosen market place and is now keen to recruit a significant individual to lead, motivate and manage a large team of regional sales specialists in the UK. The role will involve all aspects of team management ensuring that the team members are motivated, have the tools to be successful and are set clear objectives. In addition you will be a part of the management leadership team helping to determine and implement the company’s overall strategy and will interact closely with the marketing group at head office. The successful candidate will be a life science graduate with a sound understanding of molecular biology techniques, and a minimum of five years of sales experience will be required. Two years will have been in a sales management function within the life science market. This is a very exciting opportunity ~ and the brief description above cannot possibly do this role justice. I am however happy to discuss at length this senior level role in the strictest of confidence. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Consultant:	Scott Peacock
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Data Coordinator - �26K

2008-04-29T08:29:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6775
Position:	Data Coordinator
Category:	Clinical - Data Management
Basic:	�26000
OTE:	�
Location:	South West
Description:	Jump start your clinical research career today with a role in data management! Within this expanding global CRO you will be responsible for a variety of core data management tasks including data entry, coding, validation, verification and quality control. Once you have gained some experience you can expect to be given more responsibilities including the training and mentoring of new starters within the department. Working from offices in Berkshire you will be exposed to a wide range of therapeutic areas across phases II-IV of development. You will be the holder of a BSc or IT degree or have equivalent experience in clinical research performing a similar role. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills with an ability to exercise good attention to detail and act independently. Strong computer skills and a familiarity with medical terminology is an advantage. This CRO is well renowned for its promotion of internal staff which will give you the opportunity to either take on more responsibility within clinical data management or move into other departments that may be of interest to you. Dont let this opportunity pass you by! Call now for more information!

Consultant:	Ivana Bands
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National Sales Manager - �68K (�85K OTE)

2008-04-28T16:41:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6774
Position:	National Sales Manager
Category:	Sales Manager / Supervisor
Basic:	�68000
OTE:	�85000
Location:	UK
Description:	Rarely does such an interesting opportunity become available within the life science market: a globally recognised leader is keen to recruit a UK Sales Manager. This is a senior level appointment within the company and will involve leading a team of 26 people through a structure of three regional sales managers and two senior level key account managers. The company has a very wide range of products that is utilised in almost every laboratory within the UK. They are in a competitive environment and are keen to continue their sustained sales growth. The role will involve developing and implementing strategic marketing and sales plans to deliver growth. Motivating and developing the skills of the sales team will be essential. The successful candidate will be a graduate, ideally in chemistry with a number of years of direct sales experience and subsequently having moved into a sales management post. Confidence to negotiate with customers at board level and inspire the sales team will be essential. You should have empathy and an understanding of the challenges that face field based sales people in a competitive environment. A market leading salary and benefits package is available to the right candidate along with a genuine career path to follow in one of the most recognised life science companies in the world! To discuss this opportunity in total confidence contact us soon.

Consultant:	Scott Peacock
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Field Service Engineer - �30K

2008-04-23T14:37:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6769
Position:	Field Service Engineer
Category:	Service
Basic:	�30000
OTE:	�30000
Location:	Midlands
Description:	Calling all Service Engineers looking for the opportunity of a lifetime in a great company! This leading organisation are looking to recruit a Field Service Engineer to work with a range of MR (Magnetic Resonance) imaging products throughout Nottingham and Derbyshire. You will be responsible for total system level trouble-shooting on complex multi-system problems as well as providing a daily interface with radiographers and technicians on equipment status issues. It is important that you have excellent customer facing skills as you will assist in Account Sales visits and may be called upon to take part in product demonstrations. The successful candidate will have at least and HNC in a relevant subject and some proven experience servicing equipment used in throughout NHS is essential. Those candidates with experience in products that utilise high power magnetic systems would stand a great advantage. For more information on this opportunity, call in today!

Consultant:	Stephen Davies
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CRA - �26K

2008-04-23T14:36:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6768
Position:	CRA
Category:	Clinical - Monitoring
Basic:	�26000
OTE:	�
Location:	UK
Description:	This CRA job is more than just monitoring! If you are looking for the opportunity to broaden your site management experience by working across a range of projects in the UK we want to hear from you! Our client is a leading drug development company with operations worldwide and a flexible approach to resourcing. Although this job is office based it is available on either a full time or part time basis (3-4 day week). As a CRA you will work on international studies with UK sites, across a range of therapy areas and phases II-IV of development. Youll gain experience with both hospital and GP sites, ethics applications, feasibility and close out activities - studies will be at different stages from start up to routine monitoring and close out so youll experience it all! With excellent training and development opportunities it wont be long before youre an SCRA with more focus on start up activities and supporting less experienced CRAs! These jobs can be based in East Anglia, Hampshire or Scotland. To be considered, you will have a proven track record of monitoring phase I, II or III studies with external sites. Applications are welcomed from CTAs with monitoring experience at site. You will be flexible regarding travel and overnight stays. Call now to find out more!

Consultant:	Diane Elliott
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CRA I/II and Senior - Swiss Francs (Neg)

2008-04-23T14:35:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6767
Position:	CRA I/II and Senior
Category:	Clinical - Monitoring
Basic:	Swiss Francs
OTE:	Swiss Francs
Location:	Switzerland
Description:	Office based CRA I / II and Senior CRA positions are available in Europe!! When you work for this international CRO you work on important clinical trials across a number of therapeutic areas, ranging from cardiovascular to oncology or CNS or even medical devices. The role is immensely varied; youll be working as part of an international clinical team and not only will you will have the opportunity to be involved in pre-study activities, you will also initiate, monitor and close out studies across a number of different sites. Depending on your experience, you will line manage and mentor others too. Who are we looking for? You will have experience in site initiation, routine monitoring and close out visits with some exposure to study start up. You will be office based in Switzerland and there is a high level of travel so you must be willing to travel up to 50-70% of the time. Excellent language skills are a must!! (Ideally German and English) This is an excellent opportunity to be in the heart of drug development, making a real difference to the treatment of serious illnesses! There is fantastic scope for development and a good salary package so dont miss your chance!! Call now for more details!

Consultant:	Pinar Kocabas
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Contracts Manager - �55K

2008-04-22T09:34:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6766
Position:	Contracts Manager
Category:	Clinical - Business Development
Basic:	�55000
OTE:	�
Location:	Thames Valley
Description:	Lead this front-running CROs award winning contracts team to new heights today! Working from offices in Berkshire you will provide expert review and guidance for the production of the contracts group deliverables such as contracts and change orders. You will be responsible for the development of departmental procedures and work plans for the group to ensure timely completion. Line management responsibilities include professional development, performance appraisals and employee counselling of direct reports. Additionally, you will be in charge of all training needs for the contracts group as well as the operations groups on contract processes and development activities. You will have previous experience dealing with contracts and an understanding of a clinical research or pharmaceutical environment. The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level and have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, some experience in negotiations and have general commercial awareness. A high proficiency in Microsoft Office is recommended. For your efforts you will be rewarded with a fantastic career opportunity which comes with a highly competitive salary and benefits package. This job is going to go quickly so call now for more information!

Consultant:	Ivana Bands
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Internal Account Manager - �25K (�30K OTE)

2008-04-22T09:33:00.001+01:00

Job Ref:	6765
Position:	Internal Account Manager
Category:	Telesales
Basic:	�25000
OTE:	�30000
Location:	South East
Description:	This is a great opportunity to start your commercial career! An expanding life science company that provides a wide range of genomic services across Europe has made a promotion and is now keen to recruit an Internal Account Manager based from their head office in the South East of the UK. The role will involve prospecting for business in the UK and occasionally Europe by following up leads, managing some existing accounts and supporting a field based sales person who is generating sales in the region. Technical enquiries from customers will need to be dealt with. You will work closely with a team of internal account managers and the field sales person in the region; completing quotations and tenders will also be involved. The successful candidate will be a life science graduate with a good understanding of molecular biology techniques; those with higher qualifications are welcomed. Excellent communication skills will be essential along with good organisation skills and plenty of self motivation. Full training and support will be provided to ensure your success and opportunities to develop your career in the company further will be available to you. To discuss this exciting opportunity to start your career in the commercial life science arena contact us soon.

Consultant:	Scott Peacock
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