Pharmaceutical Technical Sales Specialist (Pharma TSS) - Philadelphia
Field, Multiple Locations
- Job ID
- R-547504
- Category
- Sales Support
- Location
- Multiple Locations
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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
Role Summary
Differentiate the science. Elevate the conversation. Win complex opportunities.
At Waters, Pharmaceutical Technical Sales Specialists (TSS) play a critical role in advancing complex commercial opportunities by bringing deep scientific expertise and technical credibility to the customer interface. You will operate at the intersection of science and sales—partnering with Account Managers and Strategic Account teams to shape customer decisions, validate solutions, and accelerate deal progression.
This is not a support function—it is a strategic, customer-facing role that directly influences win rates, technical differentiation, and customer confidence. You will engage with sophisticated pharmaceutical and biotech organizations, guiding them through evaluation, workflow optimization, and proof-of-concept activities.
Success in this role requires scientific depth, consultative engagement, and commercial awareness—the ability to translate complex technical capabilities into compelling business and scientific outcomes.
Provide specialized technical expertise to support complex pharmaceutical and biotech opportunities by enabling customers to evaluate solutions, optimize workflows, and make confident purchasing decisions.
Act as a technical authority and strategic partner, strengthening competitive positioning and accelerating revenue outcomes within key pharma accounts.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Sales & Opportunity Advancement
Provide technical leadership across complex pharmaceutical and biotech sales opportunities
Partner with Account Managers and Strategic Account Managers to shape and advance deal strategy
Strengthen win probability through differentiated technical positioning and solution alignment
Customer Engagement & Scientific Consultation
Deliver high-impact product demonstrations, technical presentations, and scientific consultations
Engage with customer stakeholders to understand workflows, challenges, and desired outcomes
Translate scientific and technical requirements into tailored solution recommendations
Workflow Design & Solution Optimization
Design and optimize customer workflows to improve efficiency, performance, and outcomes
Position integrated solutions across instruments, consumables, services, and software
Provide insight-led recommendations that elevate the customer value proposition
Proof-of-Concept & Validation Activities
Support evaluations, pilot programs, and proof-of-concept initiatives
Lead technical validation efforts to demonstrate solution effectiveness and performance
Ensure successful execution of customer trials that accelerate purchasing decisions
Competitive Differentiation
Articulate Waters’ technical advantages with clarity and credibility
Position solutions effectively against competitors in complex, technical sales environments
Support the development of win strategies for high-value opportunities
Cross-Functional Partnership
Collaborate closely with Pharma Strategic Account Managers, Account Managers, Marketing, and Service teams
Act as a key technical interface between the customer and internal stakeholders
Contribute insights to inform broader commercial and product strategies
What Success Looks Like
Improves win rates in complex pharmaceutical and biotech opportunities
Accelerates sales cycles through effective technical engagement
Builds customer confidence in Waters’ solutions and capabilities
Enables successful evaluations, pilots, and proof-of-concept outcomes
Strengthens technical differentiation in competitive environments
Drives measurable growth within strategic pharma accounts
Qualifications & Experience
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, or related scientific field
Strong scientific foundation with the ability to engage in technical customer discussions
Demonstrated communication and presentation skills
Willingness to travel nationally as required
Preferred
Advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in relevant scientific discipline
Experience in technical sales, applications, laboratory, or customer-facing scientific roles
Experience supporting pharmaceutical and/or biotech customers
Expertise in analytical workflows, instrumentation, or related technologies
Proven ability to influence customer decisions in complex environments
Core Competencies
Deep Scientific & Technical Expertise
Technical / Consultative Selling
Customer-Centric Problem Solving
Product Demonstration & Storytelling
Workflow Consulting & Optimization
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Communication & Influence
Why Waters
Waters plays a critical role in advancing scientific discovery and improving human health. Our teams partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotech organizations to solve some of the most complex analytical challenges.
As part of Waters, you will:
Work with a highly differentiated, market-leading scientific portfolio
Engage directly with cutting-edge pharmaceutical and biotech customers
Partner with world-class commercial and technical teams
Operate in a role that directly influences strategic wins and market differentiation
Who Thrives in This Role
Scientists who want to apply their expertise in a commercial, customer-facing environment
Individuals who combine technical depth with strong communication and influence skills
Professionals who enjoy solving complex problems and shaping customer decisions
Team-oriented contributors who elevate both technical and commercial outcomes
Who This Role Is Not For
Individuals seeking purely laboratory-based roles with limited customer interaction
Candidates uncomfortable operating in commercial, performance-driven environments
Those who prefer transactional engagement over consultative, solution-based discussions
Individuals who do not want to collaborate cross-functionally in dynamic sales settings
Equal Opportunity
Waters is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to thrive.
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Compensation
The expected compensation range for this role is $83,000 - $133,000. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and geographic location.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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