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Account Manager (m/w/d) Life sciences research consumables and instruments

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., a global leader in serving science with an annual revenue of approximately $40 billion, is seeking a sales professional for its Bioscience Division. The role involves selling life sciences research consumables and instruments to the academic market, maintaining and developing customer relationships, and achieving sales targets. The position is home office based, primarily serving accounts in Hamburg and the north of Germany. Key requirements include a relevant degree, sales experience in the Life Sciences Market, analytical skills, and proficiency in English and German. The company offers a forward-thinking environment, excellent career prospects, and a positive company culture.

Social Ambassador - Remote

Company: Numerade

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Numerade, a venture-backed startup since 2019, is seeking high school or college students with a passion for education and STEM to join its Social Ambassador Program. The program offers compensation for creating engaging UGC content, promoting Numerade's features, and earning real-world experience. Top-performing ambassadors can unlock internships and exclusive rewards. Numerade, recognized as one of the best 150 Edtech companies worldwide, aims to become the leading edtech learning platform.

Vendor Management Specialist - Global Clinical Supplies

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a Vendor Management Specialist for their Global Clinical Supplies Team. The role involves overseeing vendor contracts, ensuring compliance with company practices and GxP, managing financial aspects, and providing support to junior staff. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience, excellent communication skills, strong leadership abilities, and a focus on customer service. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to life-changing therapies and be part of a team dedicated to making a global impact.

Sr Product Specialist

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Sr Product Specialist, Human Genotyping Sales for the Midwest region. The role involves growing the company's presence in Human genotyping, focusing on Axiom product lines, and working with marketing and business partners. The successful candidate will develop and own annual and quarterly business plans, understand customer needs, and manage the sales process. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, with a Master's or PhD being desirable. At least 5 years of sales experience, preferably in genomics, is needed. The role is remote and requires approximately 40-50% travel.

Portfolio Director, Talent Pipeline Assessments

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: Boston, MA / Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Liberty Mutual is seeking a Portfolio Director, Talent Pipeline Assessments for their People, Purpose & Brand (PP&B) Talent Pipeline organization. The role involves setting and maintaining the assessment, skills, and research architecture to support a skills-based talent strategy. Key responsibilities include innovating talent pipeline solutions, developing and sustaining skills architecture, conducting continuous research, managing the assessment portfolio, and collaborating for DEI excellence. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Industrial Organizational Psychology, 5+ years of private sector experience, and expertise in psychometrics, assessment design, and skills taxonomy development.

Academic Key Accounts Manager - Service Plans

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Thermo Fisher Scientific, a global leader in serving science, is seeking an individual contributor for an individual contributor role accountable for ensuring profitable growth in new and existing Academic Accounts. The role involves developing and implementing account management strategies, fostering relationships at the executive level, and uncovering new business development strategies. The position requires a self-starter with a 'road-warrior/hunter' mentality, strong motivation, and accountability to achieve sales targets. The salary range for this position based in Texas is $77,400.00-$127,700.00, with potential for a variable annual bonus. The company offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package including medical, dental, and vision plans, employee assistance programs, retirement savings programs, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for different seniority levels in academia?
Assistant professors in STEM departments average $70,000–$90,000, while associate professors range $90,000–$115,000. Full professors can earn $120,000–$160,000, depending on institution type. Research scientists in university labs earn $85,000–$110,000, and academic administrators (department chairs, deans) range $110,000–$180,000.
What skills and certifications are required for academic positions?
A PhD or terminal degree in the discipline is mandatory for faculty roles. Teaching certification (e.g., TEACH or a state teaching license) is often required for K‑12 or community college positions. Proficiency in statistical software (R, Python, SPSS), grant-writing (e.g., NIH, NSF, private foundations), and Learning Management Systems (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle) is essential for instructional designers and online faculty.
Is remote work available for academic roles?
Many universities now offer hybrid teaching options for faculty, allowing online course delivery via Zoom or LMS. Instructional designers and research staff can work remotely, especially in industry‑partnered labs. Administrative roles may be partially remote, but on‑campus presence is typically required for department meetings.
What are common career progression paths in academia?
Typical progression starts with assistant professor (2–5 years, tenure track), followed by associate professor (tenure decision), and then full professor (tenured). Parallel tracks include research scientist (non‑tenure, funded by grants), department chair (leadership role), and dean (college‑level administration). Advancement often requires publishing, securing external funding, and demonstrating teaching excellence.
What industry trends are shaping academic careers today?
Interdisciplinary research hubs (e.g., data science, bioinformatics, sustainability) are expanding. AI and machine learning are integrated into curricula and research projects. Online and hybrid learning models are becoming standard, increasing demand for instructional designers. Open‑access publishing and data‑sharing mandates are changing scholarship expectations.

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