Sales Development Representative

Life Science Connect•Cranberry, PA

22d•$50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Demonstrated commitment to a career in sales or business 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.

Nice To Haves

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

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.