Career Center Posting

Sales Engineer
Whole-Slide Imaging
East Coast and West Coast
December 2, 2011

For over 50 years Hamamatsu Photonics, our parent company, has been a leading supplier and developer of advanced photonic detection devices.  With over 4,000 employees distributed over 15 different countries and $114M invested in research and development, the extended Hamamatsu family is a thriving, multi-national company dedicated to advancing photonics research and applications.

Our Whole-Slide Imaging Sales Engineers are responsible for direct sales to research pathology labs in the life sciences, pharmaceutical research, veterinary pathology, contract research pathology and related research and education oriented pathology labs.  This work includes arranging and conducting demos, identifying key researchers in relevant fields, prospecting for new customers/applications, lead follow-up, territory sales management, gathering and reporting marketing feedback on products and understanding the competitive landscape.  This position will earn a base salary in the range of $60 – 90K per year plus commission.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and highly interested in whole-slide imaging and all aspects of pathology-related research.  This is an excellent opportunity to gain an advanced understanding of whole-slide imaging and to interact with pathologists in research and education at all aspects complete solution implementation.

Required Education, Training and Experience;

• Bachelors degree in science or engineering
• 2 yrs sales exp. in a pathology related business
• Ability to learn new technology and continuously update your knowledge
• Understand the basic principles of light microscopy
• 5 years selling instruments >$100k
• Interpersonel skills
• Advanced written, verbal & listening skills
• Advanced customer relations skills.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience;

• Experience with PACS or Laboratory information systems
• Medical equipment sales
• Masters or PhD in science or engineering
• Experience in sales or marketing of pathology equipment.
• Basic knowledge of IT architecture and terminology

Hamamatsu offers a competitive salary and excellent benefit package for full-time employees which include; Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life Insurance, Vacation/Sick/Personal Time, Long Term Care Insurance, and Retirement Plans. EOE. m/f/d/v.

If you meet all of the “required skills” noted above and are interested in being considered for this position,  Send your cover letter & resume to: Email: resumes@hamamatsu.com, OR Fax: 908-526-0762, OR mail: Hamamatsu, 360 Foothill Rd., Bridgewater, NJ 08807, ATTN: HR

*Please refer to the ACVP listing upon inquiry.