Quantum Design is the leading commercial source for automated materials characterization systems incorporating superconducting technology. Our instruments are found in the world's leading research institutions and have become the reference standard for a variety of magnetic and physical property measurements. These systems offer a variety of measurement capabilities and are in widespread use in the fields of physics, chemistry, biotechnology, materials science, nanotechnology, and quantum information research. The company also distributes worldwide innovative cutting-edge technologies from other manufacturers in the areas of cryogenics, quantum sciences and nanotechnology. We are proud to be recognized as the industry leaders in what we do and for the difference we make in the world. This is an exciting time to join our growing team! We are seeking job applications from motivated technical professionals for our distribution business. The prospective candidate would assist in developing and implementing a sales plan for growing sales in academic and industrial laboratories of the entire Latin America. Essential Duties and Responsibilities You will combine technical knowledge and sales skills to increase product awareness and increase business. Key tasks include the following: Identify new research groups for nanotechnology related products in the company's distribution portfolio. Work closely with the instrument manufacturers, plus business acumen and ability to understand customer needs. Develop and maintain relationships with contacts at current and potential accounts and also follow-up all sales opportunities on a timely basis. Compile market information and intelligence to assist future business growth. Keep up to date all the online and offline data of the companies we promote and represent. Review purchase documents to ensure compliance with technical specifications and commercial terms and conditions. Resolve customer issues/problems. Generate sales proposals and manage CRM for the contacts and opportunity management plus capture and document all pertinent information. Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilities required. A bachelor degree in the fields of material science, physics, chemistry, or other physical sciences is required. An advanced Master or PhD degree with a research background is preferable, but not at all mandatory. Prior experience (3-5 years min.), in the operation of high technology products in the scientific and laboratory instrumentation sector is highly desired. Alternatively, 5 years' experience in sales of technical instrumentation. Preferences include: Specific, hands-on experience with tools for clean room or fabrication of semiconductor devices, or other nanotechnology tools such as SEM and/or AFM. Sales experience with Industrial R&D Centers, Nanoscience Centers, Universities and National Laboratories Ability to develop and communicate project plans, including the establishment and achievement of targeted goals. Strong verbal and written communication skills. English is mandatory to use on daily-basis; Spanish is desirable. Willingness to travel within Latin America countries to work and worldwide for training What We Offer Competitive salary and commission structure Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art microscopy systems Development and training Dynamic and well working environment Chance to make a significant impact on scientific research in Latin America If you are passionate about microscopy, have a good scientific and sales background, and are excited about the prospect of developing the Latin American market for advanced scientific systems, we want to hear from you. Join us in bringing cutting-edge microscopy solutions to researchers and industries across the region. PLEASE, JUST APPLY IF YOU FILL THE REQUIREMENTS. Thank you! Send your CV (PDF format) with cover letter detailing your experience, and a brief statement on your vision for developing the microscopy market in the LatAm's region. Write on the subject that you send after check this post on . :-)