Sales Development Representative

About the Role

The Sales Development Representative (SDR) role is an immersive, structured development experience designed to train and grow the next generation of business development professionals committed to a career in sales. SDRs receive hands‑on training in the core elements of new business development, client outreach, and account engagement. You will learn the market, understand our value proposition, master the fundamentals of new business acquisition, and develop the skills required to successfully progress into our Business Development Manager, Commercial Accounts role. This opportunity is a focused sales career path with progressive responsibilities, measurable performance milestones, and clear advancement expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a foundational understanding of Life Science Connect’s platforms, client offerings, and the life sciences ecosystem.
• Support sales team members in prospecting, lead generation, and appointment‑setting activities.
• Execute targeted outreach campaigns under the guidance of senior sales leaders.
• Participate in regular training, coaching, and feedback sessions to deepen your sales skills.
• Gain exposure to key client conversations, strategic planning, and performance measurement.
• Demonstrate growth in communication, business acumen, and sales proficiency through defined program milestones.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Curiosity and learning mindset: Desire to understand client needs, industry dynamics, and sales processes.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate insights clearly.
• Analytical thinking: Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and convert insights into action.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with peers and mentors across the sales organization.
• Drive and accountability: Commitment to personal and professional growth through feedback and goal‑oriented development.
• AI Fluency: Ability to use AI tools to enhance research, prospecting, communication, and preparation while validating outputs and maintaining accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and comfort working in a fast‑paced, learning‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Preference will be given to degrees in the following areas:
• Life Sciences (e.g., Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Science, Chemistry)
• Business‑related fields (e.g., Business, Marketing, Communications)
• Demonstrated commitment to a career in sales or business development.
• Prior internship or work experience in sales, marketing or life sciences preferred.
• Coursework or experience with data analytics, interpretation and presentation of insights.

Program Structure & Career Growth Path

The SDR program includes structured training, hands‑on experience, mentorship, and regular performance checkpoints. As skills and sales capabilities grow, responsibilities increase accordingly. Upon successful completion of the SDR program, team members have a clear promotion pathway into the Business Development Manager, Commercial Accounts role, where they take a leading position in new business acquisition within the commercial accounts segment.

Additional Program Benefits

• Exposure to senior leadership.
• Experience with sales enablement tools.
• Cross‑functional collaboration with marketing, client success, data analytics and product teams.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to Life Science Connect’s mission.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Performance‑based bonus.
• Medical / vision / prescription / dental coverage for you and your family.
• 100% company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• 100% company‑paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with dollar‑for‑dollar company match up to 6%.
• 15 vacation days and 6 personal days on day 1.
• 13 company‑paid holidays.