Position Overview: Design, develop and test software applications. Participate in product requirement definition and architecture development; implement formal design methods and code inspections for quality assurance.

Professional Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor of Science in computer science, or an engineering discipline with a heavy emphasis on computer science is required.

Experience & Skills:

• Must be proficient in at least one of the following: C++, C#, or Java.
• Demonstrated ability to translate abstract logical concepts and ideas into software architecture implementations.
• Familiar with compilers and debuggers for code development.
• Some familiarity with digital hardware and assembly language.
• Data collection and presentation software: Experience developing windows and browser based applications for instrument control, data collection and display, using TCP/IP networking; familiarity with intuitive graphical user interfaces for configuring instruments and displaying data.
• Embedded: Familiarity with embedded processors, utilizing data acquisition techniques in a real time, multitasking/threaded environment.

General:

• Solid understanding of mathematics.
• Self starter and motivated. Enjoy challenges. High energy and achievement.
• Creative. High insight, curiosity and problem solving ability.
• Good interpersonal and networking skills. Able to communicate with customers and co‑workers.
• Team player. Enjoys and works well with other people in a team environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
• Dependable, positive attitude and good attendance.
• High ethics, integrity, honesty, patience.

Position Responsibilities:

• Participate in the product requirement definition, software architecture development.
• Interface with Users and the Marketing department concerning features and functions.
• Understand the hardware software interfaces as they apply to the software architecture.
• Design, develop and implement software solutions for instrumentation applications.
• Implement the software architecture using formal design methods and code inspections for quality assurance.
• Integrate and test the software to ensure that the design meets product requirements
• Work in a team environment.

General:

• Gain a basic understanding of the problem being addressed with the application.
• Document software, algorithms and specifications.
• Assist with software development schedules.
• Maintain released software and repair defects.
• Light Work-Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly.

Other job related duties as assigned.

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Position Overview: Responsible for qualification and follow-up of sales leads, lead tracking, and assistance in the technical sales process.  Support and assist sales efforts of the Field Sales Consultants.

Professional Qualifications:

Education: B.S. or equivalent in molecular biology, life sciences, chemistry, or related field.

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum one year laboratory experience in molecular biology, protein research, or a related discipline.  Familiarity with protein analysis and related instrumentation is desirable.
• Software:  basic experience with one or more of these operating systems (OS/2, Windows, Macintosh).
• Basic laboratory skills.  Experience with basic molecular biology, methods, and equipment.
• Sales experience is desirable.

General:

• Good English communication skills - verbal & written.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys and works well with people.  Works well in teams.  Displays a positive attitude.
• Self-starter, motivated, and able to manage multiple tasks and solve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate well via the telephone.
• High ethics, integrity, honesty, and patience.
• May require up to 10% travel (U.S.).
• Dependable with good attendance.

Position Responsibilities:

• Call and qualify sales leads.
• Provide phone and written sales support for customer inquiries.
• Assist Sales Consultants in the qualification and follow-up of sales leads.  Implement an effective follow-up system for inquiries and sales.
• Assist in customer demonstrations.
• Represent LI-COR Biotechnology products at trade shows and seminars.
• Maintain consistent customer contact for on-going sales of reagents, consumables, service contracts, and additional equipment; as well as finding new sales prospects from existing users.

General:

• Maintain and develop adequate technical and sales proficiency to perform job function.
• Sedentary Work-Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
• Other job related duties as required.

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Position Overview: Execute protocols to develop new products under the direction of an assigned staff member. This position is a temporary position for approximately one year.

Professional Qualifications:

Education:

• BS/BA from an approved academic institution in chemistry, biochemistry or related major;

OR

• Associates degree with minimum of one (1) year laboratory experience in organic chemistry, bioconjugate chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field. 
• Education in molecular biology would be a plus.

Experience & Skills:

• Good classroom knowledge of the discipline and literature.
• Good understanding and practical experience in the use of basic chemistry lab techniques.
• Adept at the mathematical operations associated with chemistry.
• Laboratory experience which should include several of the following: UV/vis spectrometers, HPLC; lyophilization, buffer preparation, micropipettors and centrifuges.  Should have familiarity with Windows operating environment and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

General:

• Enjoys and works well with other people in a team environment.
• Takes initiative and completes assigned tasks on time. Highly motivated self-starter. Works quickly and accurately.  Dependable, positive attitude and good attendance.
• Comfortable with the use of computers and computer-controlled equipment. Should have familiarity with Windows operating environment and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Performs job tasks safely, without endangering self or others.
• Good English reading/comprehension and writing skills. Able to analyze and present experimental results at departmental and project meetings.
• High ethics, integrity, honesty and patience.

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning and conducting experiments, interpreting data, and reviewing data with supervisor. Follow directions given in the form of written protocols, pictorial diagrams, and verbal communication. Analyze results and develop sound solutions to problems.  Observe and record significant experimental results.
• Rapidly learn new techniques and approaches in the laboratory.
• Participate in the writing of reports and SOPs.
• Read relevant literature. 
• Keep laboratory notebooks.
• Attend project and group meetings.

General:

• Laboratory maintenance tasks and clean-up.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Position Overview: Answer incoming phone calls and emails, generate, follow-up and track sales leads, and provide assistance in the technical sales process. This position is based in Bad Homburg, Germany.

Professional Qualifications:

Education: B.S. or equivalent in biology, environmental sciences, life sciences, or related field.

Experience & Skills:

• Technical sales experience is desirable but not necessary.
• Software:  basic experience with various operating systems (Windows, Macintosh), Microsoft Office package.

General:

• Excellent communication skills in German and English (verbal/written) and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys and works well with people.  Works well in teams.  Displays a positive attitude.
• Self-starter, motivated, ability to manage multiple tasks and solve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate well via the telephone.
• High ethics, integrity, honesty, patience.
• Light travel (Europe).
• Dependable with good attendance.

Position Responsibilities:

• Answer incoming phone calls and emails.
• Generate sales leads
• Generate quotes and follow up on sales leads including.
• Make post-sale courtesy calls to customers.
• Assist in instrument demonstrations and training courses, including the preparation and organization.
• Represent LI-COR Environmental products at trade shows and during customer visits.
• Find new sales prospects from customer referrals, though web searches and scientific journals.
• Help with marketing activities involving e-mailers, mailers or other print material.

General:

• Develop and maintain adequate technical and sales proficiency to perform job function.
• Other job related duties as required.

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Position Overview:Actively participate in lead generation and technical sales process for Biotechnology products. Support and assist sales efforts of the field sales consultants. Provide specialized technical support and troubleshooting for existing customers and assist customers with instrument configurations and applications. Assist in developing marketing plans for assigned product lines, including promotional efforts and sales campaigns.  Participate on product development teams. This position is based in Bad Homburg, Germany.

Professional Qualifications:

Education:BS or MS degree in biological or physical sciences or a related field.  Sales or marketing experience preferred.

Experience & Skills:

• Understanding and practical experience in biochemistry, cancer research, molecular biology and genetics.
• Experience and aptitude is applying scientific, marketing and sales skills in a business environment.

General:

• Developed sense of drive, intellectual curiosity, technical proficiency, and problem solving.
• Team player enjoys and works well with others in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills in both German and English, telephone selling skills and interpersonal skills. Ability to prepare and give presentations in one-on-one settings, small groups and workshops.
• Willing to take personal responsibility for tasks with a “get it done” mentality. Ability to organize and prioritize work and to manage multiple detailed projects accurately.
• High ethics, integrity, honesty, and patience.
• Dependable, positive attitude and good attendance.
• Able to travel (Europe).

Position Responsibilities:

• TECHNICAL SALES: Provide potential customers with advanced guidance in the configuration and selection of instrumentation/accessories for specific applications and uses.  Participate in the lead generation process by identifying potential prospects for Biotechnology products. Manage customer contact process, sales appointment booking explain product benefits and features, recommend instrument configurations, follow-up sales leads, review quotes and orders for technical accuracy and completeness, follow up to ensure customer satisfaction. Maintain consistent customer contact for on-going sales of reagents, consumables, service contracts and equipment. Develop and give technical presentations to customers. Participate in workshops, demonstrations, and exhibitions (Europe).
• TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Provide specialized technical assistance to customers, solving software and hardware problems, configuration issues and basic theoretical problems.  Communicate with scientists and engineers to develop scientific and technical applications and recommend solutions.  Analyze and resolve problems relating to instrument use and maintenance.
• MARKETING: Assist in developing marketing plans for assigned product lines, including promotional efforts and sales campaigns.  Participate in developing and reviewing promotional literature, web content and technical literature. Gather and assess information about customer needs, competitors, and market trends. Help identify new applications and facilitate expansion of current markets. Help identify key lead users for future LI-COR technology and products.
• PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT: Participate in product development. Make recommendations for product improvements and new products and applications. 

General:

• Read scientific journals, newsletters, product literature and other sources that present new scientific ideas, technologies, protocols and products.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

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