Product Specialist – Chemicals

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Product Specialist providing technical sales support for chemicals to academic, pharmaceutical, and industrial clients. Collaborating with sales teams to deliver product value and application support across North Boston and nearby regions.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $56,600 - $84,950 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep technical expertise in scientific applications and workflows, with strong presentation and consultation skills for effective technical sales. Proven ability to develop strategic customer relationships and meet sales targets while supporting team objectives.

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Technical Sales ExperienceChemistry KnowledgeCRM System ProficiencyPresentation SkillsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Technical SalesScientific ApplicationsLaboratory ExperienceSales Target AchievementTechnical Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsSelf-Directed WorkTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsMicrosoft OfficeTechnical Software

Industry Keywords

BiotechnologyPharmaceuticalsMarket TrendsCustomer Relationship ManagementMatrix Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support growth through technical sales expertise and customer relationship management
Provide sophisticated technical guidance while promoting our innovative chemical portfolio to academic, pharmaceutical, biotech, and industrial customers
Work closely with sales teams and customers, deliver effective value propositions, conduct product demonstrations, and provide comprehensive application support
Help customers advance their research and manufacturing capabilities while contributing to the mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of technical sales experience or equivalent laboratory/industry experience
Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biochemistry
Deep technical expertise in relevant scientific applications and workflows
Strong presentation and consultation skills for delivering technical product demonstrations
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities in English
Consistent record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and relevant technical software
Strong project management and organizational capabilities
Ability to travel 50-75% of time to customer sites and events within defined geography
Experience developing and maintaining strategic customer relationships
In-depth knowledge of market trends, competitive landscape, and industry developments
Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization
Self-directed with ability to work independently while supporting team objectives
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and technical troubleshooting abilities
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with scientific advances

Benefits

Comp & perks

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount