Logo of Huzzle

Solution Scientist

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Research & Development
  • Mumbai
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You should have a PhD/MSc in Biotechnology/Life Science, 4+ years industry experience, strong cell culture and genomics skills, commercial acumen, excellent communication, and be willing to travel (up to 60%).
  • You will drive sales growth, support Account Managers, engage KOLs, present at events, analyze market trends, train sales teams, and manage customer relationships while monitoring activities in tools like SFDC.

Requirements

  • PhD (preferred) or MSc in Biotechnology/Life Science with 4+ years of Industry experience / or equivalent laboratory and industry experience
  • Excellent knowledge on translational research landscape in India
  • Hands on working knowledge, experience and an excellent understanding of Cell Culture, Gene Therapy, Cloning, Vectors and Genomics and techniques such as Capillary Electrophoresis, 2D Electrophoresis, Western Blot, Flow Cytometer, PCR, RT PCR, NGS and ELISA
  • Scientific expertise and experience within a customer focused role
  • Must have commercial acumen and market awareness
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with both written and verbal communications and negotiation
  • Outstanding planning, organising and time management skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Must be willing to travel within India (Up to 60%)

Responsibilities

  • Responsible to drive sales growth of respective workflow solution in market by doing the job in the field 60%-80% of the time including providing support to the Account Managers in the sales process when needed.
  • Work cohesively as a team to provide excellence in service to clients
  • Engage and build relationship with relevant KOLs, business association and working group to raise our technical reputation and develop business presence in the country.
  • Present at and attend relevant conferences, exhibitions and scientific meetings in line with strategy
  • Build a collaboration execution to achieve the goals with Account Managers, CE, Sales enablement, SCM by develop co-strategies to achieve defined targets
  • Focus on managing Strategic, Growing and Maintain customer group stratification from workflow view to accelerate the business.
  • Act as liaison on specific projects between various internal functions
  • Help on bulk business generation as well top opportunities management and forecasting for large sales processes
  • Analyze market trends and identify the solution we could offer to customers to meet their needs.
  • Deliver sales training for segment sales team on regular basis to enhance their knowledge based on market trends and also to the customer to build market demand.
  • Identify and feedback new products development ideas/NPI, possible strategic partnership and/or new technologies.
  • Report and monitor all activities to evaluate plan progress by using SFDC, FLUX, Tableau.
  • Generate leads for sales where possible.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Solution Scientist?

The primary role of a Solution Scientist is to drive sales growth of respective workflow solutions in the market, providing on-field support, building relationships with key opinion leaders, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve defined targets.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A PhD (preferred) or MSc in Biotechnology/Life Science with 4+ years of industry experience, or equivalent laboratory and industry experience, is required for this position.

Is travel required for this role?

Yes, the position requires up to 60% travel within India.

What technical skills are necessary for the Solution Scientist position?

Candidates should have hands-on knowledge and understanding of Cell Culture, Gene Therapy, Cloning, Vectors, Genomics, and various techniques such as Capillary Electrophoresis, 2D Electrophoresis, Western Blot, Flow Cytometry, PCR, RT PCR, NGS, and ELISA.

What type of work environment can I expect in this role?

You can expect a collaborative work environment focused on innovation, with significant interaction with clients, colleagues, and industry professionals.

What is the expected balance between fieldwork and office work for this role?

The Solution Scientist is expected to spend 60%-80% of their time in the field.

What kind of support will I provide to Account Managers?

You will provide support during the sales process and help in managing customer relationships, business generation, and opportunity management.

What kind of market knowledge is important for this position?

A strong understanding of the translational research landscape in India and general market awareness is important for this role.

How will training be part of this position?

The Solution Scientist will deliver regular sales training to both the segment sales team and customers to enhance their knowledge of market trends and build market demand.

What values does the company promote?

The company promotes diversity, inclusion, and a culture of belonging, recognizing that these factors drive excellence and innovation in science and technology.

We are Merck, a vibrant science and technology company. Science is at the heart of everything we do.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1668
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

This channel is not intended for U.S. and Canadian visitors. Merck operates in the U.S. and Canada as EMD Serono in Healthcare, MilliporeSigma in Life Science and EMD Electronics in Electronics. An unaffiliated and unrelated company, Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, US holds the rights in the trademark MERCK in the U.S. and Canada. _______________________________ We are Merck, a leading global science and technology company headquartered in Germany. We are curious explorers, courageous pioneers, and ingenious inventors. Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Life Science, Healthcare, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and the planet. We believe in the positive power of science and technology. It has determined our actions since 1668 and inspires us to continue researching for a future worth living. As a family-owned company with over 350 years of experience, we stand for sustainability, responsibility, and innovative strength. We take pride in being a diverse and inclusive company that values and fosters the talents and abilities of our employees. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. Work your Magic and join Merck