Technical Sales Specialist, Asia Pacific
Job Description
Your Role:
As a Technical Sales Specialist within the APAC Commercial Team for BioReliance® Contract Testing Services, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how biologics manufacturers across the Asia Pacific region (excluding China) navigate the complex landscape of biological safety and quality control testing. In this role, you will serve as a trusted technical expert and strategic partner to large pharma and biotechnology companies, delivering specialized guidance on CMC biological safety QC testing for a broad range of biologics, including recombinant proteins, vaccines, cell and gene therapies, and other novel biotherapeutics. You will drive customer engagement by translating deep scientific knowledge into actionable regulatory and technical support, helping clients meet evolving market and compliance requirements. Working at the intersection of science, sales, and regulatory affairs, you will own the technical relationship with customers, design tailored solutions, and deliver compelling presentations that communicate complex scientific topics with clarity and impact. You will collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and contribute to the continued growth of the business across the APAC region.
Who You Are:
- You hold a Ph.D. in Life Sciences or a relevant scientific field, or equivalent experience.
- You bring at least 5 years of experience in biologics manufacturing and/or analytical assay applications.
- You have prior experience working in an R&D, Quality Control, CMC/Regulatory, or manufacturing environment focused on vaccines or biologics.
- You are experienced in working within regulated environments and are confident in interacting effectively with regulatory agencies.
- You possess advanced presentation skills and the ability to communicate complex technical and scientific topics clearly and persuasively to diverse customer audiences.
- You demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Japanese, Korean, Chinese, or Hindi is a strong advantage.
- You are willing to travel within the APAC region approximately 30% of the time, with occasional international travel as required.
- You bring strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with customers and internal teams alike.